Nagarsitai - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Nagarsitai is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from Sitai and around 47.3 km from Cooch Behar. Sitai-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagarsitai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagarsitai is 308739. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.12 hectares and falls under the 736167 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nagarsitai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nagarsitai
As per Census 2011, Nagarsitai village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 610 males and 564 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagarsitai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 610 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 266 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 479 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 131 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Nagarsitai
Nagarsitai 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 Nagarsitai
Nagarsitai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Nagarsitai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Nagarsitai is about 47.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagarsitai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagarsitai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagarsitai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagarsitai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nagarsitai
Where is Nagarsitai located?
Nagarsitai village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagarsitai?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagarsitai is Sitai-i.
What is the pincode of Nagarsitai?
The pincode of Nagarsitai is 736167.
What is the population of Nagarsitai?
Nagarsitai has a total population of 1,174, including 610 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Nagarsitai?
There are 292 households in Nagarsitai.
What is the literacy rate in Nagarsitai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagarsitai is 74.11%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 69.33%.