Birchandranagar - Kailashahar, Unakoti
Birchandranagar is a village situated in the Kailashahar subdivision of Unakoti district, Tripura. It is located approximately 12 km from Gournagar and around 12 km from Kailasahar. Birchandra Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birchandranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birchandranagar is 272605. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 799280 pincode. Kailasahar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Birchandranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birchandranagar
As per Census 2011, Birchandranagar village has a total population of 3,325 people, consisting of 1,705 males and 1,620 females. The village has 751 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,553 literate and 772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birchandranagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,325 | 1,705 | 1,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 178 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,133 | 578 | 555 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,553 | 1,346 | 1,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 359 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Birchandranagar
Birchandranagar 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 Birchandranagar
Birchandranagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kailasahar to Birchandranagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Birchandranagar is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birchandranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birchandranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birchandranagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birchandranagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birchandranagar
Where is Birchandranagar located?
Birchandranagar village is located in Kailashahar Subdivision, Unakoti district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birchandranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Birchandranagar is Birchandra Nagar.
What is the pincode of Birchandranagar?
The pincode of Birchandranagar is 799280.
What is the population of Birchandranagar?
Birchandranagar has a total population of 3,325, including 1,705 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Birchandranagar?
There are 751 households in Birchandranagar.
What is the literacy rate in Birchandranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birchandranagar is 76.78%. Male literacy is 78.94% and female literacy is 74.51%.