Josna

Josna is a village located in Binpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.1km away from sub-district headquarter Lalgarh. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Josna village. As per 2009 stats, Kanko is the gram panchayat of Josna village.

Josna has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Josna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Josna is 335791. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Josna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Josna

Below is a concise population overview of Josna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 482 236 246
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 24 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 457 224 233
Literate Population 303 183 120
Illiterate Population 179 53 126

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Josna village:

  • The total population of Josna village is around 482, including approximately 236 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Josna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Josna village has 457 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Josna village is about 62.86%, with male literacy at 77.54% and female literacy at 48.78%.
  • There are around 98 households in Josna village.

Connectivity of Josna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Josna. As per the 2011 stats, Josna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Josna

Knowing the nearby villages of Josna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Josna.

Tilabani Jadabpur Ghushing Dangacahota Ghushing Dangabara Nachna Nischintapur Salpatra Kendbani Birbhanpur Kanko Bankrasol

Frequently Asked Questions about Josna

Where is Josna located?
Josna village is situated in Binpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Josna?
The Gram Panchayat of Josna is Kanko (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Josna?
The pincode of Josna is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Josna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Josna is 482, with 236 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Josna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Josna village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Josna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Josna is 62.86%. The male literacy rate is 77.54%, while the female literacy rate is 48.78%.