Jaynagar
Jaynagar is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jaynagar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Radhanagar is the gram panchayat of Jaynagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Jaynagar unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jaynagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jaynagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaynagar is 339489. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.96 hectares. Ghargram is nearest town to Jaynagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jaynagar village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jaynagar
Population of Jaynagar
According to the 2011 Census, Jaynagar has a total population of about 666, with approximately 336 males and 330 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 79. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.16%, with male literacy at about 65.48% and female literacy near 58.79%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jaynagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 336 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 220 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 116 | 136 |
Connectivity of Jaynagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaynagar. As per the 2011 stats, Jaynagar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jaynagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jaynagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaynagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaynagar
- Where is Jaynagar located?
- Jaynagar village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jaynagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jaynagar is Radhanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jaynagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaynagar is 666, with 336 males and 330 females.
- How many households are there in Jaynagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jaynagar village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jaynagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaynagar is 62.16%. The male literacy rate is 65.48%, while the female literacy rate is 58.79%.