Jampur - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Jampur is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.4 km from Haroa. Gopalpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jampur is 323728. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.01 hectares and falls under the 743445 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jampur
As per Census 2011, Jampur village has a total population of 4,863 people, consisting of 2,518 males and 2,345 females. The village has 1,018 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 669 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,017 literate and 1,846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,863 | 2,518 | 2,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 319 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 178 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,017 | 1,618 | 1,399 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,846 | 900 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Jampur
Jampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pukhuria | West | 1.33 km |
| Batagachhi | South | 2.51 km |
| Jagatpur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 2.94 km |
| Rajendrapur | East | 3.03 km |
| Tentulia Abad | South | 3.08 km |
| Nebutala Abada | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Trimohini | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Hosenpur | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Akipur | North-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jampur
Jampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghovarash Ghona, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Basirhat to Jampur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jampur 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 Jampur
Where is Jampur located?
Jampur village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jampur is Gopalpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Jampur?
The pincode of Jampur is 743445.
What is the population of Jampur?
Jampur has a total population of 4,863, including 2,518 males and 2,345 females.
How many households are there in Jampur?
There are 1,018 households in Jampur.
What is the literacy rate in Jampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jampur is 62.04%. Male literacy is 64.26% and female literacy is 59.66%.