Jitpur - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Jitpur is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitpur is 321244. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.87 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Jitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jitpur
As per Census 2011, Jitpur village has a total population of 4,779 people, consisting of 2,457 males and 2,322 females. The village has 1,183 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,144 literate and 1,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jitpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,779 | 2,457 | 2,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 263 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 3,144 | 1,646 | 1,498 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,635 | 811 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Jitpur
Jitpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Jaliapara | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Chhatina | East | 1.98 km |
| Krishnachandrapur | West | 2.08 km |
| Imamganj | North | 2.63 km |
| Garibpur | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Natipota | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Chilakhali | North | 3.38 km |
| Ramjibanpur | East | 3.57 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 3.63 km |
| Karaigachhi | North | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jitpur
Jitpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishna Nagar to Jitpur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Jitpur is about 44.6 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 Jitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jitpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jitpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jitpur
Where is Jitpur located?
Jitpur village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jitpur is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Jitpur?
The pincode of Jitpur is 741160.
What is the population of Jitpur?
Jitpur has a total population of 4,779, including 2,457 males and 2,322 females.
How many households are there in Jitpur?
There are 1,183 households in Jitpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitpur is 65.79%. Male literacy is 66.99% and female literacy is 64.51%.