Jhaudanga - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Jhaudanga is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from Gaighata and around 49.8 km from Barasat. Jhaudanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaudanga is 322738. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.55 hectares and falls under the 743245 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jhaudanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhaudanga
As per Census 2011, Jhaudanga village has a total population of 3,476 people, consisting of 1,807 males and 1,669 females. The village has 839 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,629 literate and 847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,649 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhaudanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,476 | 1,807 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,649 | 851 | 798 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,629 | 1,443 | 1,186 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 364 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Jhaudanga
Jhaudanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kahankia | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Noradaha | North | 1.35 km |
| Chakjhaudanga | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Goal Bathan | West | 1.93 km |
| Shashadanga | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Gadadharpur | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Mahishakati | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Barnagaria | North | 2.92 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Panchpota | South | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhaudanga
Jhaudanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Jhaudanga is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Jhaudanga is about 49.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhaudanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaudanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhaudanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaudanga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jhaudanga
Where is Jhaudanga located?
Jhaudanga village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaudanga?
Jhaudanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhaudanga?
The pincode of Jhaudanga is 743245.
What is the population of Jhaudanga?
Jhaudanga has a total population of 3,476, including 1,807 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Jhaudanga?
There are 839 households in Jhaudanga.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaudanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaudanga is 75.63%. Male literacy is 79.86% and female literacy is 71.06%.