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
As per Census 2011, Jotbani village has a total population of 564 people, consisting of 301 males and 263 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jotbani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 564 | 301 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| 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 has a total population of 564, including 301 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Jotbani?
There are 114 households in Jotbani.
What is the literacy rate in Jotbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jotbani is 77.30%. Male literacy is 81.73% and female literacy is 72.24%.