Jadupur - Kolaghat, Purba Medinipur
Jadupur is a village situated in the Kolaghat subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaghat and around 28.6 km from the district headquarters in Tamluk. Brindabanchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jadupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jadupur is 344377. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.41 hectares and falls under the 721641 pincode. Kolaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jadupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jadupur
As per Census 2011, Jadupur village has a total population of 3,461 people, consisting of 1,823 males and 1,638 females. The village has 754 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,716 literate and 745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jadupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,461 | 1,823 | 1,638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 180 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,716 | 1,544 | 1,172 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 279 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Jadupur
Jadupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paramanandapur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Chapda | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Purbba Saoraberya | East | 1.72 km |
| Khanedihi | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Baksitala | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Uttar Markandapur | West | 2.49 km |
| Gobardhanpur | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Kayadangi | South | 2.59 km |
| Gajai | East | 2.66 km |
| Patharia | East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jadupur
Jadupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhogpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.0 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 Kolaghat to Jadupur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Jadupur is about 28.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jadupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jadupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jadupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jadupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jadupur
Where is Jadupur located?
Jadupur village is located in Kolaghat Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jadupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jadupur is Brindabanchak.
What is the pincode of Jadupur?
The pincode of Jadupur is 721641.
What is the population of Jadupur?
Jadupur has a total population of 3,461, including 1,823 males and 1,638 females.
How many households are there in Jadupur?
There are 754 households in Jadupur.
What is the literacy rate in Jadupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jadupur is 78.47%. Male literacy is 84.70% and female literacy is 71.55%.