Mejbil - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Mejbil is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from Panchkalguri and around 67.1 km from Jalpaiguri . Purba Kanthalbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mejbil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mejbil is 307209. The village covers a total geographical area of 551.78 hectares and falls under the 736204 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mejbil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumargram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mejbil
As per Census 2011, Mejbil village has a total population of 4,169 people, consisting of 2,152 males and 2,017 females. The village has 995 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,976 literate and 1,193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,875 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mejbil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,169 | 2,152 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 237 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,875 | 1,482 | 1,393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 158 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 2,976 | 1,681 | 1,295 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,193 | 471 | 722 |
Nearby Villages of Mejbil
Mejbil is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mejbil
Mejbil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mejbil.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alipurduar to Mejbil is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Mejbil is about 67.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mejbil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mejbil 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mejbil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mejbil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mejbil
Where is Mejbil located?
Mejbil village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mejbil?
The Gram Panchayat of Mejbil is Purba Kanthalbari.
What is the pincode of Mejbil?
The pincode of Mejbil is 736204.
What is the population of Mejbil?
Mejbil has a total population of 4,169, including 2,152 males and 2,017 females.
How many households are there in Mejbil?
There are 995 households in Mejbil.
What is the literacy rate in Mejbil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mejbil is 71.38%. Male literacy is 78.11% and female literacy is 64.20%.