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
As per Census 2011, Jafarpur village has a total population of 1,129 people, consisting of 574 males and 555 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jafarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,129 | 574 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 229 | 222 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,129, including 574 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Jafarpur?
There are 279 households in Jafarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jafarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafarpur is 79.54%. Male literacy is 85.37% and female literacy is 73.51%.