Jotbani - Daspur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Jotbani is a village situated in the Daspur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Sarberia-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jotbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jotbani is 337891. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.31 hectares and falls under the 721211 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jotbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jotbani
According to the 2011 Census, Jotbani village had a total population of 564 people, including 301 males and 263 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.03%, with male literacy at 92.48% and female literacy at 80.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 564 | 301 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 246 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 55 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Jotbani
Jotbani 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 Jotbani
Jotbani 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 Ghatal to Jotbani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jotbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jotbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jotbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jotbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jotbani
Where is Jotbani located?
Jotbani village is located in Daspur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jotbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jotbani is Sarberia-i.
What is the pincode of Jotbani?
The pincode of Jotbani is 721211.
What is the population of Jotbani?
Jotbani had a total population of 564, including 301 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Jotbani?
Jotbani had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jotbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jotbani was 87.03%. Male literacy was 92.48% and female literacy was 80.85%.