Jhinaidanga - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Jhinaidanga is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.8 km from Ghughumari and around 5.6 km from Cooch Behar. Dauaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinaidanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinaidanga is 308077. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.77 hectares and falls under the 736156 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jhinaidanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhinaidanga
According to the 2011 Census, Jhinaidanga village had a total population of 1,892 people, including 986 males and 906 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.76%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 80.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,088.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,892 | 986 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,088 | 584 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,463 | 800 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 186 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Jhinaidanga
Jhinaidanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lankabar | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Dauaguri | East | 1.69 km |
| Dakshin Ambari | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Bhojanpur | South | 1.79 km |
| Ghoramara | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Chakchaka (ct) | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Kunidanga | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Bhojanpur Katnatipara | South | 2.65 km |
| Guriahati (ct) | West | 2.66 km |
| Dakshin Boragari | South | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhinaidanga
Jhinaidanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Jhinaidanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Jhinaidanga is about 5.6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinaidanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinaidanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhinaidanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinaidanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhinaidanga
Where is Jhinaidanga located?
Jhinaidanga village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhinaidanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinaidanga is Dauaguri.
What is the pincode of Jhinaidanga?
The pincode of Jhinaidanga is 736156.
What is the population of Jhinaidanga?
Jhinaidanga had a total population of 1,892, including 986 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Jhinaidanga?
Jhinaidanga had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinaidanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhinaidanga was 84.76%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 80.56%.