Jamalpur - Budge Budge - I, South 24 Parganas
Jamalpur is a village situated in the Budge Budge - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Bara Nischintapur and around 25.1 km from Alipore. Nischintapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur is 333313. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.34 hectares and falls under the 700137 pincode. Budge Budge is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamalpur
As per Census 2011, Jamalpur village has a total population of 4,857 people, consisting of 2,472 males and 2,385 females. The village has 1,107 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 640 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,176 literate and 1,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,618 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,857 | 2,472 | 2,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 640 | 318 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,618 | 810 | 808 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,176 | 1,715 | 1,461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,681 | 757 | 924 |
Nearby Villages of Jamalpur
Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur
Jamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jamalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Budge Budge to Jamalpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jamalpur is about 25.1 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 Jamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamalpur
Where is Jamalpur located?
Jamalpur village is located in Budge Budge - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamalpur is Nischintapur.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur?
The pincode of Jamalpur is 700137.
What is the population of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur has a total population of 4,857, including 2,472 males and 2,385 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur?
There are 1,107 households in Jamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur is 65.39%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 61.26%.