Majhigram - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur

Majhigram is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Vatpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhigram village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhigram is 311184. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.51 hectares and falls under the 733103 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

Majhigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balurghat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Majhigram

According to the 2011 Census, Majhigram village had a total population of 1,031 people, including 515 males and 516 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.18%, with male literacy at 62.02% and female literacy at 48.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 650, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Majhigram

Majhigram 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Majhigram

Public transport in the Majhigram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Majhigram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Majhigram is about 9.2 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Majhigram

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhigram village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Majhigram

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhigram village are given below:

FAQs about Majhigram