Tetrail - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Tetrail is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Uday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tetrail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tetrail is 310665. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.57 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tetrail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Tetrail
According to the 2011 Census, Tetrail village had a total population of 912 people, including 463 males and 449 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.63%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 72.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 912 | 463 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 147 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 321 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 142 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Tetrail
Tetrail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nazirpur | South | 0.80 km |
| Narasundarpara | East | 1.13 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Narai | West | 1.25 km |
| Dhonail | South | 1.27 km |
| Durgaramchak | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Atash | North | 1.41 km |
| Phulbari | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Nakair | South | 1.76 km |
| Raghabpur | South-West | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tetrail
Tetrail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Tetrail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Tetrail is about 32 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 Tetrail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tetrail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tetrail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tetrail 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 Tetrail
Where is Tetrail located?
Tetrail village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tetrail?
The Gram Panchayat of Tetrail is Uday.
What is the pincode of Tetrail?
The pincode of Tetrail is 733140.
What is the population of Tetrail?
Tetrail had a total population of 912, including 463 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Tetrail?
Tetrail had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tetrail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tetrail was 76.63%. Male literacy was 80.45% and female literacy was 72.80%.