Jot Gauranga - Daspur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Jot Gauranga is a village situated in the Daspur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Panchberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Gauranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Gauranga is 337929. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.1 hectares and falls under the 721146 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jot Gauranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghatal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jot Gauranga
As per Census 2011, Jot Gauranga village has a total population of 781 people, consisting of 417 males and 364 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jot Gauranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 417 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 364 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 53 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Gauranga
Jot Gauranga 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 Jot Gauranga
Jot Gauranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jot Gauranga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Jot Gauranga is about 16 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 Jot Gauranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Gauranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jot Gauranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jot Gauranga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jot Gauranga
Where is Jot Gauranga located?
Jot Gauranga village is located in Daspur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jot Gauranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Gauranga is Panchberia.
What is the pincode of Jot Gauranga?
The pincode of Jot Gauranga is 721146.
What is the population of Jot Gauranga?
Jot Gauranga has a total population of 781, including 417 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Jot Gauranga?
There are 156 households in Jot Gauranga.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Gauranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Gauranga is 83.74%. Male literacy is 87.29% and female literacy is 79.67%.