Nehamba - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Nehamba is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 39.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nehamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehamba is 310726. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Nehamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nehamba
As per Census 2011, Nehamba village has a total population of 2,836 people, consisting of 1,488 males and 1,348 females. The village has 636 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,929 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nehamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,836 | 1,488 | 1,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 246 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 131 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,929 | 1,036 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 452 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Nehamba
Nehamba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilahari | North | 1.34 km |
| Karail | East | 1.47 km |
| Jagadishpur | South | 1.70 km |
| Kurumsur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Bhabanipur | East | 1.84 km |
| Gokulpur | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Udhura Prananathpur | East | 2.13 km |
| Rayshali | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Chakashan | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Tikirahail | North | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nehamba
Nehamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rampur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Nehamba is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Nehamba is about 39.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nehamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehamba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nehamba
Where is Nehamba located?
Nehamba village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Nehamba is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Nehamba?
The pincode of Nehamba is 733141.
What is the population of Nehamba?
Nehamba has a total population of 2,836, including 1,488 males and 1,348 females.
How many households are there in Nehamba?
There are 636 households in Nehamba.
What is the literacy rate in Nehamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehamba is 68.02%. Male literacy is 69.62% and female literacy is 66.25%.