Jugdia - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Jugdia is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Magrahat and around 38.8 km from Alipore. Jugdia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jugdia is 334090. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.58 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jugdia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jugdia
As per Census 2011, Jugdia village has a total population of 13,579 people, consisting of 7,048 males and 6,531 females. The village has 2,831 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,765 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,828 literate and 4,751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jugdia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,579 | 7,048 | 6,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,765 | 931 | 834 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,295 | 1,706 | 1,589 |
| Literate Population | 8,828 | 4,823 | 4,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,751 | 2,225 | 2,526 |
Nearby Villages of Jugdia
Jugdia 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 Jugdia
Jugdia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Jugdia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baruipur to Jugdia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jugdia is about 38.8 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 Jugdia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jugdia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jugdia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jugdia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jugdia
Where is Jugdia located?
Jugdia village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jugdia?
Jugdia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jugdia?
The pincode of Jugdia is 743355.
What is the population of Jugdia?
Jugdia has a total population of 13,579, including 7,048 males and 6,531 females.
How many households are there in Jugdia?
There are 2,831 households in Jugdia.
What is the literacy rate in Jugdia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jugdia is 65.01%. Male literacy is 68.43% and female literacy is 61.32%.