Jagadishpur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Jagadishpur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from Rajpur and around 37.2 km from Alipore. Kamrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagadishpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagadishpur is 333565. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.9 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jagadishpur 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 Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagadishpur
As per Census 2011, Jagadishpur village has a total population of 1,660 people, consisting of 849 males and 811 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,259 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 974 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagadishpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,660 | 849 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 974 | 496 | 478 |
| Literate Population | 1,259 | 665 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 184 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Jagadishpur
Jagadishpur 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 Jagadishpur
Jagadishpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jagadishpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Jagadishpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Jagadishpur is about 37.2 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 Jagadishpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagadishpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jagadishpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagadishpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jagadishpur
Where is Jagadishpur located?
Jagadishpur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagadishpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagadishpur is Kamrabad.
What is the pincode of Jagadishpur?
The pincode of Jagadishpur is 700150.
What is the population of Jagadishpur?
Jagadishpur has a total population of 1,660, including 849 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Jagadishpur?
There are 391 households in Jagadishpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jagadishpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagadishpur is 75.84%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 73.24%.