Jagannath Chak - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Jagannath Chak is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 83 km from Alipore. Nandakumarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagannath Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagannath Chak is 335190. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.56 hectares and falls under the 743383 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Jagannath Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jagannath Chak
As per Census 2011, Jagannath Chak village has a total population of 1,717 people, consisting of 882 males and 835 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,327 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagannath Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,717 | 882 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 127 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 727 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 155 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Jagannath Chak
Jagannath Chak 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 Jagannath Chak
Jagannath Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jagannath Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Joynagar to Jagannath Chak is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jagannath Chak is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagannath Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagannath Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jagannath Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagannath Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jagannath Chak
Where is Jagannath Chak located?
Jagannath Chak village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagannath Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagannath Chak is Nandakumarpur.
What is the pincode of Jagannath Chak?
The pincode of Jagannath Chak is 743383.
What is the population of Jagannath Chak?
Jagannath Chak has a total population of 1,717, including 882 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Jagannath Chak?
There are 326 households in Jagannath Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Jagannath Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagannath Chak is 77.29%. Male literacy is 82.43% and female literacy is 71.86%.