Joti Bar - Dantan - II, Paschim Medinipur
Joti Bar is a village situated in the Dantan - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joti Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joti Bar is 344014. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.43 hectares and falls under the 721443 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Joti Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joti Bar
According to the 2011 Census, Joti Bar village had a total population of 517 people, including 253 males and 264 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.27%, with male literacy at 91.86% and female literacy at 81.09%.
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 | 517 | 253 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 203 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 50 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Joti Bar
Joti Bar 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 Joti Bar
Joti Bar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Egra to Joti Bar is about 12 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 Joti Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joti Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Joti Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joti Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joti Bar
Where is Joti Bar located?
Joti Bar village is located in Dantan - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joti Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Joti Bar is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Joti Bar?
The pincode of Joti Bar is 721443.
What is the population of Joti Bar?
Joti Bar had a total population of 517, including 253 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Joti Bar?
Joti Bar had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joti Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joti Bar was 86.27%. Male literacy was 91.86% and female literacy was 81.09%.