Jatra
About Jatra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jatra village is 339027. Jatra village is located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jatra village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur is the gram panchayat of Jatra village.
The total geographical area of village is 186.78 hectares. Jatra has a total population of 1,175 peoples, out of which male population is 604 while female population is 571. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 945 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jatra village is 65.36% out of which 76.16% males and 53.94% females are literate. There are about 254 houses in jatra village. Pincode of jatra village locality is 721147.
When it comes to administration, Jatra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jatra village comes under Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Midnapur is nearest town to jatra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Jatra
The population details of Jatra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,175 | 604 | 571 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 460 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 144 | 263 |
Connectivity of Jatra
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jatra
Where is Jatra located?
Jatra village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jatra is Bishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jatra?
The pincode of Jatra is 721147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jatra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jatra is 1,175, with 604 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Jatra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jatra village has a total of 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jatra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jatra is 65.36%. The male literacy rate is 76.16%, while the female literacy rate is 53.94%.