Jot Bhim - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Jot Bhim is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.6 km from Bhangar and around 49.3 km from Alipore. Bamanghata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jot Bhim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jot Bhim is 333701. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.88 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Saltlake is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jot Bhim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jot Bhim
As per Census 2011, Jot Bhim village has a total population of 1,859 people, consisting of 905 males and 954 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,307 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,743 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jot Bhim are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,859 | 905 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 115 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,743 | 852 | 891 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 675 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 230 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Jot Bhim
Jot Bhim 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 Jot Bhim
Jot Bhim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Saltlake to Jot Bhim is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jot Bhim is about 49.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jot Bhim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jot Bhim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jot Bhim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jot Bhim 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jot Bhim
Where is Jot Bhim located?
Jot Bhim village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jot Bhim?
The Gram Panchayat of Jot Bhim is Bamanghata.
What is the pincode of Jot Bhim?
The pincode of Jot Bhim is 743502.
What is the population of Jot Bhim?
Jot Bhim has a total population of 1,859, including 905 males and 954 females.
How many households are there in Jot Bhim?
There are 409 households in Jot Bhim.
What is the literacy rate in Jot Bhim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jot Bhim is 70.31%. Male literacy is 74.59% and female literacy is 66.25%.