Jagindrapur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Jagindrapur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from Ramganga and around 91.4 km from Alipore. Ramganga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagindrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagindrapur is 335349. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.73 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Jagindrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jagindrapur
As per Census 2011, Jagindrapur village has a total population of 1,891 people, consisting of 944 males and 947 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,413 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagindrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,891 | 944 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 101 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 772 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 172 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Jagindrapur
Jagindrapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Debichak | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Dakshin Gobindapur | West | 1.69 km |
| Dakshin Mahendrapur | South | 1.98 km |
| Sagar Madhabpur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Indraprastha | North | 2.43 km |
| Bishnupur | East | 2.65 km |
| Lakshmipur | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Dakshin Sibpur | North | 3.15 km |
| Ramganga | South | 3.21 km |
| Biswanathpur | North | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jagindrapur
Jagindrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Jagindrapur is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jagindrapur is about 91.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagindrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagindrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jagindrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagindrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagindrapur
Where is Jagindrapur located?
Jagindrapur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagindrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagindrapur is Ramganga.
What is the pincode of Jagindrapur?
The pincode of Jagindrapur is 743371.
What is the population of Jagindrapur?
Jagindrapur has a total population of 1,891, including 944 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Jagindrapur?
There are 408 households in Jagindrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagindrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagindrapur is 74.72%. Male literacy is 81.78% and female literacy is 67.69%.