Jaygir Balabari - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Jaygir Balabari is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Sahebganj and around 69.2 km from Cooch Behar. Chowdhurihat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaygir Balabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaygir Balabari is 308678. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.53 hectares and falls under the 736168 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jaygir Balabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dinhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaygir Balabari
As per Census 2011, Jaygir Balabari village has a total population of 4,701 people, consisting of 2,441 males and 2,260 females. The village has 1,171 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 605 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,864 literate and 1,837 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaygir Balabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,701 | 2,441 | 2,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 605 | 311 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,308 | 691 | 617 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 2,864 | 1,576 | 1,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,837 | 865 | 972 |
Nearby Villages of Jaygir Balabari
Jaygir Balabari 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 Jaygir Balabari
Jaygir Balabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jaygir Balabari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dinhata to Jaygir Balabari is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Jaygir Balabari is about 69.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaygir Balabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaygir Balabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaygir Balabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaygir Balabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaygir Balabari
Where is Jaygir Balabari located?
Jaygir Balabari village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaygir Balabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaygir Balabari is Chowdhurihat.
What is the pincode of Jaygir Balabari?
The pincode of Jaygir Balabari is 736168.
What is the population of Jaygir Balabari?
Jaygir Balabari has a total population of 4,701, including 2,441 males and 2,260 females.
How many households are there in Jaygir Balabari?
There are 1,171 households in Jaygir Balabari.
What is the literacy rate in Jaygir Balabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaygir Balabari is 60.92%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 56.99%.