Lakshmi Janardanpur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Lakshmi Janardanpur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.5 km from Ramganga and around 102.5 km from Alipore. Laksmijanardanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmi Janardanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmi Janardanpur is 335383. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.14 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Lakshmi Janardanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakshmi Janardanpur
As per Census 2011, Lakshmi Janardanpur village has a total population of 4,567 people, consisting of 2,319 males and 2,248 females. The village has 1,107 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,432 literate and 1,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,037 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshmi Janardanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,567 | 2,319 | 2,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 255 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,037 | 521 | 516 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 3,432 | 1,878 | 1,554 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,135 | 441 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshmi Janardanpur
Lakshmi Janardanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Sripatinagar | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Kamdebpur | West | 2.82 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Dakshin Kashinagar | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Heramba Gopalpur | North | 3.38 km |
| Achintya Nagar | South | 3.50 km |
| Purba Sripatinagar | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Purba Surendranagar | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Kumarpur | West | 4.73 km |
| Bishnupur | West | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakshmi Janardanpur
Lakshmi Janardanpur 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 62.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Lakshmi Janardanpur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Lakshmi Janardanpur is about 102.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshmi Janardanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshmi Janardanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakshmi Janardanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakshmi Janardanpur 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 Lakshmi Janardanpur
Where is Lakshmi Janardanpur located?
Lakshmi Janardanpur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshmi Janardanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmi Janardanpur is Laksmijanardanpur.
What is the pincode of Lakshmi Janardanpur?
The pincode of Lakshmi Janardanpur is 743371.
What is the population of Lakshmi Janardanpur?
Lakshmi Janardanpur has a total population of 4,567, including 2,319 males and 2,248 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmi Janardanpur?
There are 1,107 households in Lakshmi Janardanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmi Janardanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmi Janardanpur is 75.15%. Male literacy is 80.98% and female literacy is 69.13%.