Jahangirgar
Jahangirgar is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.6km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 42.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Uttarkusum is the gram panchayat of Jahangirgar village.
Here you can discover what makes Jahangirgar unique in its vibrant Magrahat I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Jahangirgar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jahangirgar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jahangirgar is 334154. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743375. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Jahangirgar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Jahangirgar
Population of Jahangirgar
According to the 2011 Census, Jahangirgar has a total population of about 3,484, with approximately 1,770 males and 1,714 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 646 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 335 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.03%, with male literacy at about 58.14% and female literacy near 53.85%. There are around 611 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jahangirgar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,484 | 1,770 | 1,714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 330 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 168 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,952 | 1,029 | 923 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,532 | 741 | 791 |
Connectivity of Jahangirgar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jahangirgar. As per the 2011 stats, Jahangirgar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jahangirgar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jahangirgar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jahangirgar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jahangirgar
- Where is Jahangirgar located?
- Jahangirgar village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jahangirgar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jahangirgar is Uttarkusum (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jahangirgar?
- The pincode of Jahangirgar is 743375, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jahangirgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jahangirgar is 3,484, with 1,770 males and 1,714 females.
- How many households are there in Jahangirgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jahangirgar village has a total of 611 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jahangirgar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jahangirgar is 56.03%. The male literacy rate is 58.14%, while the female literacy rate is 53.85%.