Jibantala - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Jibantala is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.2 km from Canning and around 55.4 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jibantala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jibantala is 333838. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.2 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jibantala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jibantala
As per Census 2011, Jibantala village has a total population of 2,355 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,143 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,228 literate and 1,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jibantala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,355 | 1,212 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 194 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 684 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 528 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Jibantala
Jibantala 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 Jibantala
Jibantala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jibantala.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Jibantala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jibantala is about 55.4 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 Jibantala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jibantala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jibantala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jibantala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jibantala
Where is Jibantala located?
Jibantala village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jibantala?
The Gram Panchayat of Jibantala is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Jibantala?
The pincode of Jibantala is 743329.
What is the population of Jibantala?
Jibantala has a total population of 2,355, including 1,212 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Jibantala?
There are 416 households in Jibantala.
What is the literacy rate in Jibantala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jibantala is 52.14%. Male literacy is 56.44% and female literacy is 47.59%.