Jakpur
Jakpur is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jakpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lachhmapur is the gram panchayat of Jakpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Jakpur unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jakpur’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 Jakpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakpur is 341716. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Jakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Jakpur
Population of Jakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jakpur has a total population of about 1,341, with approximately 683 males and 658 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 440 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 448. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.57%, with male literacy at about 61.79% and female literacy near 43.01%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jakpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 683 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 220 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 233 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 422 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 261 | 375 |
Connectivity of Jakpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Jakpur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Jakpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakpur
- Where is Jakpur located?
- Jakpur village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jakpur is Lachhmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jakpur?
- The pincode of Jakpur is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakpur is 1,341, with 683 males and 658 females.
- How many households are there in Jakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakpur village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakpur is 52.57%. The male literacy rate is 61.79%, while the female literacy rate is 43.01%.