Mekliganj (P) - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Mekliganj (P) is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.7 km from Changrabandha and around 116 km from Cooch Behar. Bagdogra-fulkadabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mekliganj (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mekliganj (P) is 307834. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.33 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Mekliganj (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mekliganj (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Mekliganj (P) village had a total population of 1,935 people, including 1,000 males and 935 females, living in 450 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.55%, with male literacy at 74.80% and female literacy at 61.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 771.
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 | 1,935 | 1,000 | 935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 139 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 771 | 405 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 644 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 356 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Mekliganj (P)
Mekliganj (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Kharkharia | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Dakshin Bhotbari | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Chhota Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Uttar Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | East | 1.66 km |
| Madhya Bhotbari (p) | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Uttar Pukurdabri | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Uttar Kharkharia (p) | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Vitar Fulkar Dabria Kharkhar | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Dakshin Mekliganj | South | 2.74 km |
| Fulkardabri | South-East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mekliganj (P)
Mekliganj (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| 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 Mekliganj to Mekliganj (P) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Mekliganj (P) is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mekliganj (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mekliganj (P) 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 Mekliganj (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mekliganj (P) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mekliganj (P)
Where is Mekliganj (P) located?
Mekliganj (P) village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekliganj (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Mekliganj (P) is Bagdogra-fulkadabri.
What is the pincode of Mekliganj (P)?
The pincode of Mekliganj (P) is 735304.
What is the population of Mekliganj (P)?
Mekliganj (P) had a total population of 1,935, including 1,000 males and 935 females.
How many households are there in Mekliganj (P)?
Mekliganj (P) had 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekliganj (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mekliganj (P) was 68.55%. Male literacy was 74.80% and female literacy was 61.98%.