Bakshiganj - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Bakshiganj is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from Changrabandha and around 129 km from Cooch Behar. Niztarof serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakshiganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakshiganj is 307823. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.1 hectares and falls under the 735122 pincode.
Bakshiganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bakshiganj
Bakshiganj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Nijtaraf | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Daripattani | East | 1.92 km |
| Bibiganj | South | 1.95 km |
| Daribas | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Purbba Bakshiganj | South | 2.48 km |
| Uttar Baksiganj | West | 2.74 km |
| Uttar Basarajbala | West | 2.80 km |
| Bajejama Khasbas | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Madhya Nijtaraf | East | 3.05 km |
| Bara Nijtaraf | North-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakshiganj
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bakshiganj. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Cooch Behar to Bakshiganj is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakshiganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakshiganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakshiganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakshiganj 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakshiganj
Where is Bakshiganj located?
Bakshiganj village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakshiganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakshiganj is Niztarof.
What is the pincode of Bakshiganj?
The pincode of Bakshiganj is 735122.