Jaypur - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Jaypur is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.6 km from Raghunathpur and around 54.8 km from Purulia. Barrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaypur is 330220. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.36 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Jaypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaypur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaypur village had a total population of 154 people, including 79 males and 75 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.08%, with male literacy at 60.29% and female literacy at 45.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Jaypur
Jaypur 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 Jaypur
Jaypur 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 >10 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 Raghunathpur to Jaypur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Jaypur is about 54.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaypur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaypur
Where is Jaypur located?
Jaypur village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaypur is Barrah.
What is the pincode of Jaypur?
The pincode of Jaypur is 723133.
What is the population of Jaypur?
Jaypur had a total population of 154, including 79 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Jaypur?
Jaypur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaypur was 53.08%. Male literacy was 60.29% and female literacy was 45.16%.