Joygopalpur - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Joygopalpur is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Sonakhali and around 73.3 km from Alipore. Jyotishpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joygopalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joygopalpur is 335091. The village covers a total geographical area of 505.58 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Joygopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joygopalpur
As per Census 2011, Joygopalpur village has a total population of 3,323 people, consisting of 1,718 males and 1,605 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,117 literate and 1,206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joygopalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,323 | 1,718 | 1,605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 205 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,251 | 649 | 602 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 190 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 2,117 | 1,224 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,206 | 494 | 712 |
Nearby Villages of Joygopalpur
Joygopalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranigar | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Bharatgar | West | 2.14 km |
| Jyotishpur | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Sibganj | North | 2.46 km |
| Mahespur | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Hiranmoypur | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Chak Pitambar Dutta | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Ballartop | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Harekrishnapur | East | 3.73 km |
| Kumirmari | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Joygopalpur
Joygopalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Joygopalpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Joygopalpur is about 73.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joygopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joygopalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Joygopalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joygopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Joygopalpur
Where is Joygopalpur located?
Joygopalpur village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joygopalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Joygopalpur is Jyotishpur.
What is the pincode of Joygopalpur?
The pincode of Joygopalpur is 743312.
What is the population of Joygopalpur?
Joygopalpur has a total population of 3,323, including 1,718 males and 1,605 females.
How many households are there in Joygopalpur?
There are 715 households in Joygopalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Joygopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joygopalpur is 63.71%. Male literacy is 71.25% and female literacy is 55.64%.