Tista Nadir Payasti - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Tista Nadir Payasti is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.5 km from Changrabandha and around 120 km from Cooch Behar. Kuchlibari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tista Nadir Payasti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tista Nadir Payasti is 307692. The village covers a total geographical area of 3236.67 hectares and falls under the 735303 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tista Nadir Payasti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tista Nadir Payasti
As per Census 2011, Tista Nadir Payasti village has a total population of 3,706 people, consisting of 1,910 males and 1,796 females. The village has 802 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 703 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,512 literate and 2,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tista Nadir Payasti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,706 | 1,910 | 1,796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 342 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,302 | 670 | 632 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,512 | 887 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,194 | 1,023 | 1,171 |
Nearby Villages of Tista Nadir Payasti
Tista Nadir Payasti 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 Mekliganj | East | 0.98 km |
| Dakshin Bhotbari | North | 1.97 km |
| Mekhliganj | West | 2.02 km |
| Purbba Daripattani | South | 2.21 km |
| Kamat Bandi | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Jhar Singheshwar | South | 2.83 km |
| Dari Pattani | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Mekliganj (p) | North | 3.09 km |
| Dakshin Mekliganj | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Nijtaraf | West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tista Nadir Payasti
Tista Nadir Payasti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mekliganj to Tista Nadir Payasti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Tista Nadir Payasti is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tista Nadir Payasti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tista Nadir Payasti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tista Nadir Payasti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tista Nadir Payasti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tista Nadir Payasti
Where is Tista Nadir Payasti located?
Tista Nadir Payasti village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tista Nadir Payasti?
The Gram Panchayat of Tista Nadir Payasti is Kuchlibari.
What is the pincode of Tista Nadir Payasti?
The pincode of Tista Nadir Payasti is 735303.
What is the population of Tista Nadir Payasti?
Tista Nadir Payasti has a total population of 3,706, including 1,910 males and 1,796 females.
How many households are there in Tista Nadir Payasti?
There are 802 households in Tista Nadir Payasti.
What is the literacy rate in Tista Nadir Payasti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tista Nadir Payasti is 40.80%. Male literacy is 46.44% and female literacy is 34.80%.