Jafarpur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Jafarpur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.2 km from Rajpur and around 32.1 km from Alipore. Kalikapur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jafarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jafarpur is 333600. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.26 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jafarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jafarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jafarpur village had a total population of 1,129 people, including 574 males and 555 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.35%, with male literacy at 93.51% and female literacy at 79.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 451.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,129 | 574 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 229 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 490 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 84 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Jafarpur
Jafarpur 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 Jafarpur
Jafarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Jafarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sonarpur to Jafarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jafarpur is about 32.1 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 Jafarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jafarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jafarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jafarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jafarpur
Where is Jafarpur located?
Jafarpur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jafarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jafarpur is Kalikapur-ii.
What is the pincode of Jafarpur?
The pincode of Jafarpur is 700150.
What is the population of Jafarpur?
Jafarpur had a total population of 1,129, including 574 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Jafarpur?
Jafarpur had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jafarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafarpur was 86.35%. Male literacy was 93.51% and female literacy was 79.07%.