Tejihar
Tejihar is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 90.3km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Kalikamora is the gram panchayat of Tejihar village.
Here you can discover what makes Tejihar unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Tejihar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tejihar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tejihar is 310379. The village spans a total geographical area of 226.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaligong is nearest town to Tejihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Tejihar
Population of Tejihar
According to the 2011 Census, Tejihar has a total population of about 443, with approximately 240 males and 203 females. The sex ratio is around 845 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 276 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 167. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.50%, with male literacy at about 56.67% and female literacy near 34.48%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tejihar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 240 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 150 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 136 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 104 | 133 |
Connectivity of Tejihar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tejihar. As per the 2011 stats, Tejihar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tejihar
Knowing the nearby villages of Tejihar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tejihar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tejihar
- Where is Tejihar located?
- Tejihar village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tejihar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tejihar is Kalikamora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tejihar?
- The pincode of Tejihar is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tejihar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tejihar is 443, with 240 males and 203 females.
- How many households are there in Tejihar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tejihar village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tejihar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tejihar is 46.50%. The male literacy rate is 56.67%, while the female literacy rate is 34.48%.