Uttar Nijtaraf - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Uttar Nijtaraf is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from Changrabandha and around 79 km from Cooch Behar. Bhotbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Nijtaraf village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Nijtaraf is 307809. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.83 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Uttar Nijtaraf village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Nijtaraf
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Nijtaraf village had a total population of 280 people, including 147 males and 133 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.93%, with male literacy at 71.79% and female literacy at 64.17%.
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 | 280 | 147 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 30 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 63 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Nijtaraf
Uttar Nijtaraf 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 Uttar Nijtaraf
Uttar Nijtaraf is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Uttar Nijtaraf has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mekliganj to Uttar Nijtaraf is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Nijtaraf is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Nijtaraf
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Nijtaraf village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Nijtaraf
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Nijtaraf 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uttar Nijtaraf
Where is Uttar Nijtaraf located?
Uttar Nijtaraf village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Nijtaraf?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Nijtaraf is Bhotbari.
What is the pincode of Uttar Nijtaraf?
The pincode of Uttar Nijtaraf is 735304.
What is the population of Uttar Nijtaraf?
Uttar Nijtaraf had a total population of 280, including 147 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Nijtaraf?
Uttar Nijtaraf had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Nijtaraf?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Nijtaraf was 67.93%. Male literacy was 71.79% and female literacy was 64.17%.