Joynagar (P) - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Joynagar (P) is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.8 km from Baru and around 39.2 km from Alipore. Uttar Durgapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joynagar (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joynagar (P) is 334900. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.05 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Joynagar (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joynagar (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Joynagar (P) village had a total population of 2,879 people, including 1,454 males and 1,425 females, living in 537 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.33%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 69.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 587.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,879 | 1,454 | 1,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 186 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 287 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 1,075 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 379 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Joynagar (P)
Joynagar (P) 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 Joynagar (P)
Public transport in the Joynagar (P) is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Joynagar (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Joynagar (P) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Joynagar (P) is about 39.2 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 Joynagar (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joynagar (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Joynagar (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joynagar (P) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Joynagar (P)
Where is Joynagar (P) located?
Joynagar (P) village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joynagar (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Joynagar (P) is Uttar Durgapur.
What is the pincode of Joynagar (P)?
The pincode of Joynagar (P) is 743337.
What is the population of Joynagar (P)?
Joynagar (P) had a total population of 2,879, including 1,454 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Joynagar (P)?
Joynagar (P) had 537 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joynagar (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joynagar (P) was 77.33%. Male literacy was 84.78% and female literacy was 69.61%.