Tejihar - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Tejihar is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 90.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Kalikamora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tejihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tejihar is 310379. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.75 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaligong is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tejihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tejihar
As per Census 2011, Tejihar village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 240 males and 203 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tejihar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Tejihar
Tejihar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmantara | South | 0.96 km |
| Pupra | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Barail | North | 1.52 km |
| Chapapara | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Baghna | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Jarail | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Shiala | South | 1.87 km |
| Jajihat Hadipur | East | 1.88 km |
| Isnail | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Aminpur | East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tejihar
Tejihar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 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 Kaligong to Tejihar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Tejihar is about 90.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tejihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tejihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tejihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tejihar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tejihar
Where is Tejihar located?
Tejihar village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tejihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tejihar is Kalikamora.
What is the pincode of Tejihar?
The pincode of Tejihar is 733132.
What is the population of Tejihar?
Tejihar has a total population of 443, including 240 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Tejihar?
There are 101 households in Tejihar.
What is the literacy rate in Tejihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tejihar is 46.50%. Male literacy is 56.67% and female literacy is 34.48%.