Kumarijan - Alipurduar - II, Alipurduar
Kumarijan is a village situated in the Alipurduar - II subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9 km from Josodanga and around 106 km from Jalpaiguri . Bhatibari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumarijan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumarijan is 307295. The village covers a total geographical area of 519 hectares and falls under the 736121 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kumarijan 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 Kumarijan
As per Census 2011, Kumarijan village has a total population of 4,164 people, consisting of 2,232 males and 1,932 females. The village has 969 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 444 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,005 literate and 1,159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,328 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumarijan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,164 | 2,232 | 1,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 225 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,328 | 1,235 | 1,093 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,005 | 1,704 | 1,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,159 | 528 | 631 |
Nearby Villages of Kumarijan
Kumarijan 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 Kumarijan
Kumarijan 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 Alipurduar to Kumarijan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Kumarijan is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumarijan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumarijan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kumarijan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumarijan 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 Kumarijan
Where is Kumarijan located?
Kumarijan village is located in Alipurduar - II Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumarijan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumarijan is Bhatibari.
What is the pincode of Kumarijan?
The pincode of Kumarijan is 736121.
What is the population of Kumarijan?
Kumarijan has a total population of 4,164, including 2,232 males and 1,932 females.
How many households are there in Kumarijan?
There are 969 households in Kumarijan.
What is the literacy rate in Kumarijan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumarijan is 72.17%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 67.34%.