Jitpur - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Jitpur is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.7 km from Bagda and around 77.8 km from Barasat. Ranaghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jitpur is 322445. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.3 hectares and falls under the 743711 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jitpur village had a total population of 764 people, including 373 males and 391 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.33%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 73.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 745, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 764 | 373 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 745 | 365 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 286 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 87 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Jitpur
Jitpur 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 Jitpur
Jitpur 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 <5 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 Bangaon to Jitpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Jitpur is about 77.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jitpur
Where is Jitpur located?
Jitpur village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jitpur is Ranaghat.
What is the pincode of Jitpur?
The pincode of Jitpur is 743711.
What is the population of Jitpur?
Jitpur had a total population of 764, including 373 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Jitpur?
Jitpur had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jitpur was 80.33%. Male literacy was 87.73% and female literacy was 73.24%.