Purba Jaynagar - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Purba Jaynagar is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Baduria. Sayestanagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Jaynagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Jaynagar is 323509. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.21 hectares and falls under the 743427 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Jaynagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Swarupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Jaynagar
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Jaynagar village had a total population of 3,461 people, including 1,799 males and 1,662 females, living in 855 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 77.72% and female literacy at 65.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,346, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,461 | 1,799 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 192 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,346 | 698 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,214 | 1,249 | 965 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 550 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Jaynagar
Purba Jaynagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Jaynagar
Purba Jaynagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Purba Jaynagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Jaynagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Jaynagar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Jaynagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Jaynagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Jaynagar
Where is Purba Jaynagar located?
Purba Jaynagar village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Jaynagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Jaynagar is Sayestanagar-i.
What is the pincode of Purba Jaynagar?
The pincode of Purba Jaynagar is 743427.
What is the population of Purba Jaynagar?
Purba Jaynagar had a total population of 3,461, including 1,799 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Purba Jaynagar?
Purba Jaynagar had 855 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Jaynagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Jaynagar was 72.00%. Male literacy was 77.72% and female literacy was 65.74%.