Josna - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Josna is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from Lalgarh. Kanko serves as the Gram Panchayat for Josna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Josna is 335791. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.78 hectares and falls under the 721504 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Josna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Josna
According to the 2011 Census, Josna village had a total population of 482 people, including 236 males and 246 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.13%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 457.
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 | 482 | 236 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 457 | 224 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 183 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 53 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Josna
Josna 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 Josna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Josna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhargram to Josna is about 24 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 Josna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Josna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Josna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Josna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Josna
Where is Josna located?
Josna village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Josna?
The Gram Panchayat of Josna is Kanko.
What is the pincode of Josna?
The pincode of Josna is 721504.
What is the population of Josna?
Josna had a total population of 482, including 236 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Josna?
Josna had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Josna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Josna was 71.13%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 56.07%.