Baranagar - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Baranagar is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Changrabandha and around 68.2 km from Cooch Behar. Jamaldaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baranagar is 307776. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.78 hectares and falls under the 735303 pincode.
Baranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Baranagar
Baranagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhat Jamaldaha | East | 0.52 km |
| Madhya Jamaldaha | West | 0.66 km |
| Mokarari Jamaldaha | South | 1.38 km |
| Chhota Jamaldaha | East | 1.63 km |
| Bhogjan | North | 1.65 km |
| Panisala Prathami Khanda | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Uttar Dwarikamari | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Dwarikamari Ratanpur | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Ratanpur | South | 1.81 km |
| Dwarikkamari | South | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baranagar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Baranagar. The nearest railway station is Khalaigram, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Baranagar is about 68.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baranagar 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 Baranagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baranagar 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 Baranagar
Where is Baranagar located?
Baranagar village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Baranagar is Jamaldaha.
What is the pincode of Baranagar?
The pincode of Baranagar is 735303.