Joychandipur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Joychandipur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.6 km from Bakrahat and around 23 km from Alipore. Patharberia Jaychandipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joychandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joychandipur is 333508. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.91 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Joychandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joychandipur
As per Census 2011, Joychandipur village has a total population of 4,541 people, consisting of 2,300 males and 2,241 females. The village has 1,056 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,402 literate and 1,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joychandipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,541 | 2,300 | 2,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 230 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,402 | 1,821 | 1,581 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 479 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Joychandipur
Joychandipur 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 Joychandipur
Public transport in the Joychandipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Calcutta to Joychandipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Joychandipur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joychandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joychandipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Joychandipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joychandipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Joychandipur
Where is Joychandipur located?
Joychandipur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joychandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Joychandipur is Patharberia Jaychandipur.
What is the pincode of Joychandipur?
The pincode of Joychandipur is 743377.
What is the population of Joychandipur?
Joychandipur has a total population of 4,541, including 2,300 males and 2,241 females.
How many households are there in Joychandipur?
There are 1,056 households in Joychandipur.
What is the literacy rate in Joychandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joychandipur is 74.92%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 70.55%.