Joshua - Khejuri - II, Purba Medinipur
Joshua is a village situated in the Khejuri - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Nijkasba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joshua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joshua is 346021. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.52 hectares and falls under the 721431 pincode.
Joshua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joshua
According to the 2011 Census, Joshua village had a total population of 17 people, including 9 males and 8 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Joshua
Joshua 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 Joshua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Joshua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Joshua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joshua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Joshua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joshua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joshua
Where is Joshua located?
Joshua village is located in Khejuri - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joshua?
The Gram Panchayat of Joshua is Nijkasba.
What is the pincode of Joshua?
The pincode of Joshua is 721431.
What is the population of Joshua?
Joshua had a total population of 17, including 9 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Joshua?
Joshua had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joshua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joshua was 90.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.