Joka - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Joka is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from Bongaon and around 68.8 km from Barasat. Sundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joka is 322531. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.1 hectares and falls under the 743251 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Joka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joka
As per Census 2011, Joka village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 350 males and 342 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 601 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 350 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 85 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 324 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 26 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Joka
Joka 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 Joka
Joka 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Joka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Joka is about 68.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joka 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 Joka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joka
Where is Joka located?
Joka village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joka?
The Gram Panchayat of Joka is Sundarpur.
What is the pincode of Joka?
The pincode of Joka is 743251.
What is the population of Joka?
Joka has a total population of 692, including 350 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Joka?
There are 175 households in Joka.
What is the literacy rate in Joka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joka is 86.85%. Male literacy is 92.57% and female literacy is 80.99%.