Juranpur - Kaliganj, Nadia
Juranpur is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 46.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Juranpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juranpur is 321333. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.2 hectares and falls under the 741137 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Juranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juranpur
As per Census 2011, Juranpur village has a total population of 6,165 people, consisting of 3,123 males and 3,042 females. The village has 1,450 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 650 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,534 literate and 2,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,165 | 3,123 | 3,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 650 | 314 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 75 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 3,534 | 1,920 | 1,614 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,631 | 1,203 | 1,428 |
Nearby Villages of Juranpur
Juranpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Adampur | South | 1.61 km |
| Char Sriharipur | West | 1.72 km |
| Chhutipur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kamalabari | North | 1.83 km |
| Kalibas | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Jayrampur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Fulbagan | West | 2.50 km |
| Baraitna | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Char Sitahati | West | 2.99 km |
| Gobra | South-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juranpur
Juranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Katwa, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Juranpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Juranpur is about 46.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Juranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Juranpur
Where is Juranpur located?
Juranpur village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juranpur?
Juranpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juranpur?
The pincode of Juranpur is 741137.
What is the population of Juranpur?
Juranpur has a total population of 6,165, including 3,123 males and 3,042 females.
How many households are there in Juranpur?
There are 1,450 households in Juranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Juranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juranpur is 57.32%. Male literacy is 61.48% and female literacy is 53.06%.