Japli - Kharagpur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Japli is a village situated in the Kharagpur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Barkola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Japli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japli is 341633. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.52 hectares and falls under the 721301 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Japli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Japli
According to the 2011 Census, Japli village had a total population of 178 people, including 81 males and 97 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.24%, with male literacy at 74.67% and female literacy at 57.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 178 | 81 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 25 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Japli
Japli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Japhala | North-West | 0.77 km |
| Jijarpur | North | 1.01 km |
| Baradiha | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Rui Sanda | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Rupnarayanpur | North | 2.56 km |
| Malipur | North | 2.71 km |
| Chakganesh | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Mabarak Chak | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Daimang Chak | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Deulichak | South | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Japli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Japli. The nearest railway station is Kharagpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Japli is about 5 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 Japli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japli 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Japli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Japli
Where is Japli located?
Japli village is located in Kharagpur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Japli?
The Gram Panchayat of Japli is Barkola.
What is the pincode of Japli?
The pincode of Japli is 721301.
What is the population of Japli?
Japli had a total population of 178, including 81 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Japli?
Japli had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Japli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japli was 65.24%. Male literacy was 74.67% and female literacy was 57.30%.