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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Nagarsitai
According to the 2011 Census, Nagarsitai village had a total population of 1,174 people, including 610 males and 564 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.77%, with male literacy at 87.25% and female literacy at 75.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 564.
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 | 1,174 | 610 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 266 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,174, including 610 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Nagarsitai?
Nagarsitai had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagarsitai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagarsitai was 81.77%. Male literacy was 87.25% and female literacy was 75.92%.