Jamtagar
About Jamtagar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jamtagar village is 323161. Jamtagar village is located in Barasat I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.8km away from sub-district headquarter Chhota Jagulia (tehsildar office) and 7.2km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Ichhapur Nilganj is the gram panchayat of Jamtagar village.
The total geographical area of village is 72.76 hectares. Jamtagar has a total population of 762 peoples, out of which male population is 392 while female population is 370. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 943 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jamtagar village is 74.41% out of which 81.63% males and 66.76% females are literate. There are about 188 houses in jamtagar village. Pincode of jamtagar village locality is 743234.
When it comes to administration, Jamtagar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jamtagar village comes under Madhyamgram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barasat Lok Sabha constituency. Barasat is nearest town to jamtagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Jamtagar
The population details of Jamtagar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 392 | 370 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 265 | 142 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 320 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 72 | 123 |
Connectivity of Jamtagar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jamtagar
Where is Jamtagar located?
Jamtagar village is situated in Barasat I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamtagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamtagar is Ichhapur Nilganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jamtagar?
The pincode of Jamtagar is 743234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jamtagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamtagar is 762, with 392 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Jamtagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jamtagar village has a total of 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamtagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamtagar is 74.41%. The male literacy rate is 81.63%, while the female literacy rate is 66.76%.