Nimna Tandu Forest - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Nimna Tandu Forest is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 32.8 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Ramshai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nimna Tandu Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimna Tandu Forest is 307517. The village covers a total geographical area of 3885 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Maynaguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nimna Tandu Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nimna Tandu Forest
As per Census 2011, Nimna Tandu Forest village has a total population of 720 people, consisting of 387 males and 333 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 613 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimna Tandu Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 387 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 330 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 272 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 115 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Nimna Tandu Forest
Nimna Tandu Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadabpur Tea Garden | East | 2.94 km |
| Ramsai | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Nimna Tandu Forest | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Kaoagap | South | 5.00 km |
| Purba Kantadighi Kumarpara | West | 5.77 km |
| Lataguri (ct) | South-West | 6.24 km |
| Bamandanga Tea Garden | East | 6.31 km |
| Uttar Kalamati | South | 6.32 km |
| Chhaoaphali | North-West | 6.80 km |
| Kumali | West | 7.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimna Tandu Forest
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nimna Tandu Forest. The nearest railway station is Chalsa Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maynaguri to Nimna Tandu Forest is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Nimna Tandu Forest is about 32.8 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 Nimna Tandu Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimna Tandu Forest 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nimna Tandu Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimna Tandu Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nimna Tandu Forest
Where is Nimna Tandu Forest located?
Nimna Tandu Forest village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimna Tandu Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Nimna Tandu Forest is Ramshai.
What is the pincode of Nimna Tandu Forest?
The pincode of Nimna Tandu Forest is 735224.
What is the population of Nimna Tandu Forest?
Nimna Tandu Forest has a total population of 720, including 387 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Nimna Tandu Forest?
There are 152 households in Nimna Tandu Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Nimna Tandu Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimna Tandu Forest is 59.86%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 47.75%.