Jafar Chak - Khejuri - II, Purba Medinipur
Jafar Chak is a village situated in the Khejuri - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Janka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jafar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jafar Chak is 346006. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.57 hectares and falls under the 721431 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jafar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jafar Chak
As per Census 2011, Jafar Chak village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 250 males and 254 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jafar Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 250 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 217 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 33 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jafar Chak
Jafar Chak 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 Jafar Chak
Jafar Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Jafar Chak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jafar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jafar Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jafar Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jafar Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jafar Chak
Where is Jafar Chak located?
Jafar Chak village is located in Khejuri - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jafar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Jafar Chak is Janka.
What is the pincode of Jafar Chak?
The pincode of Jafar Chak is 721431.
What is the population of Jafar Chak?
Jafar Chak has a total population of 504, including 250 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Jafar Chak?
There are 119 households in Jafar Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Jafar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafar Chak is 87.50%. Male literacy is 86.80% and female literacy is 88.19%.