Jafar Ganj
Jafar Ganj is a village located in Farakka subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Farakka are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jafar Ganj village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Beniagram is the gram panchayat of Jafar Ganj village.
Here you can discover what makes Jafar Ganj unique in its vibrant Farakka-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Jafar Ganj’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jafar Ganj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jafar Ganj is 313809. The village spans a total geographical area of 338.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742202. Dhulian is nearest town to Jafar Ganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Jafar Ganj
Population of Jafar Ganj
According to the 2011 Census, Jafar Ganj has a total population of about 12,114, with approximately 6,140 males and 5,974 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,484 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 73. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.75%, with male literacy at about 53.65% and female literacy near 43.71%. There are around 2,419 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jafar Ganj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,114 | 6,140 | 5,974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,119 | 1,050 | 1,069 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,484 | 754 | 730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 5,905 | 3,294 | 2,611 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,209 | 2,846 | 3,363 |
Connectivity of Jafar Ganj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jafar Ganj. As per the 2011 stats, Jafar Ganj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jafar Ganj
Knowing the nearby villages of Jafar Ganj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jafar Ganj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jafar Ganj
- Where is Jafar Ganj located?
- Jafar Ganj village is situated in Farakka Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jafar Ganj?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jafar Ganj is Beniagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jafar Ganj?
- The pincode of Jafar Ganj is 742202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jafar Ganj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jafar Ganj is 12,114, with 6,140 males and 5,974 females.
- How many households are there in Jafar Ganj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jafar Ganj village has a total of 2,419 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jafar Ganj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jafar Ganj is 48.75%. The male literacy rate is 53.65%, while the female literacy rate is 43.71%.