Arazi Ilamtair - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Arazi Ilamtair is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 43.7 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arazi Ilamtair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arazi Ilamtair is 310682. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.19 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Arazi Ilamtair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arazi Ilamtair
According to the 2011 Census, Arazi Ilamtair village had a total population of 418 people, including 220 males and 198 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.45%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 77.38%.
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 | 418 | 220 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 146 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 74 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Arazi Ilamtair
Arazi Ilamtair 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramdebpur | West | 0.87 km |
| Haridaspur | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Rasidpur | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Fayezpur | South | 1.24 km |
| Ilamtair | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Hekandair | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Enayatpur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Nehatair | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Jahangirpur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Kharpa | East | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arazi Ilamtair
Arazi Ilamtair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Arazi Ilamtair is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Arazi Ilamtair is about 43.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arazi Ilamtair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arazi Ilamtair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arazi Ilamtair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arazi Ilamtair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arazi Ilamtair
Where is Arazi Ilamtair located?
Arazi Ilamtair village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arazi Ilamtair?
The Gram Panchayat of Arazi Ilamtair is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Arazi Ilamtair?
The pincode of Arazi Ilamtair is 733124.
What is the population of Arazi Ilamtair?
Arazi Ilamtair had a total population of 418, including 220 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Arazi Ilamtair?
Arazi Ilamtair had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arazi Ilamtair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arazi Ilamtair was 76.45%. Male literacy was 75.65% and female literacy was 77.38%.