Najirganj - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Najirganj is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.4 km from Sahebganj and around 26.6 km from Cooch Behar. Burirhat-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Najirganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najirganj is 308589. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.71 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Deinhata is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Najirganj 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 Najirganj
As per Census 2011, Najirganj village has a total population of 1,344 people, consisting of 707 males and 637 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Najirganj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 707 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 246 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 526 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 181 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Najirganj
Najirganj 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 Najirganj
Public transport in the Najirganj is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Najirganj.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deinhata to Najirganj is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Najirganj is about 26.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najirganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najirganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Najirganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najirganj 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Najirganj
Where is Najirganj located?
Najirganj village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Najirganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Najirganj is Burirhat-i.
What is the pincode of Najirganj?
The pincode of Najirganj is 736134.
What is the population of Najirganj?
Najirganj has a total population of 1,344, including 707 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Najirganj?
There are 348 households in Najirganj.
What is the literacy rate in Najirganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najirganj is 68.45%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 61.85%.