Jaypur - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Jaypur is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Magrahat and around 32.2 km from Alipore. Nainan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaypur is 334056. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.35 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jaypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaypur
As per Census 2011, Jaypur village has a total population of 2,565 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,204 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,590 literate and 975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 737 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaypur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,565 | 1,361 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 187 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 737 | 390 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,590 | 891 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 470 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Jaypur
Jaypur 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 Jaypur
Jaypur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jaypur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baruipur to Jaypur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jaypur is about 32.2 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 Jaypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaypur 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 Jaypur
Where is Jaypur located?
Jaypur village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaypur is Nainan.
What is the pincode of Jaypur?
The pincode of Jaypur is 743355.
What is the population of Jaypur?
Jaypur has a total population of 2,565, including 1,361 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Jaypur?
There are 563 households in Jaypur.
What is the literacy rate in Jaypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaypur is 61.99%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 58.06%.