Dakshin Barajhar Forest - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Dakshin Barajhar Forest is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16 km from Panchkalguri and around 85.6 km from Jalpaiguri . Mathura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Barajhar Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Barajhar Forest is 307218. The village covers a total geographical area of 9893.79 hectares and falls under the 736123 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dakshin Barajhar Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dakshin Barajhar Forest
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Barajhar Forest village has a total population of 1,208 people, consisting of 618 males and 590 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,091 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Barajhar Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,208 | 618 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,091 | 559 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 392 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 226 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Barajhar Forest
Dakshin Barajhar Forest is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Suripara | South-West | 6.17 km |
| Dakshin Satali | North-East | 6.31 km |
| Satali Nakadala | North-East | 6.88 km |
| Nimtijhora Tea Garden | East | 6.97 km |
| Sirubari | South-West | 9.14 km |
| Paitkapara Tea Garden | South-East | 9.34 km |
| Mathura Tea Garden | South | 9.35 km |
| Satali Mandalpara | North | 9.90 km |
| Jogendranagar | South-West | 10.13 km |
| Purba Madarihat | North-West | 11.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Barajhar Forest
Public transport in the Dakshin Barajhar Forest is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hamitonganj, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Falakata to Dakshin Barajhar Forest is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dakshin Barajhar Forest is about 85.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Barajhar Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Barajhar Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Barajhar Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Barajhar Forest 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Barajhar Forest
Where is Dakshin Barajhar Forest located?
Dakshin Barajhar Forest village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Barajhar Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Barajhar Forest is Mathura.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Barajhar Forest?
The pincode of Dakshin Barajhar Forest is 736123.
What is the population of Dakshin Barajhar Forest?
Dakshin Barajhar Forest has a total population of 1,208, including 618 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Barajhar Forest?
There are 261 households in Dakshin Barajhar Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Barajhar Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Barajhar Forest is 57.20%. Male literacy is 63.43% and female literacy is 50.68%.