Nijgan Paranpur - Ratua - II, Malda
Nijgan Paranpur is a village situated in the Ratua - II subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Pukhuria and around 29.7 km from English Bazar. Paranpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nijgan Paranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nijgan Paranpur is 312463. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.54 hectares and falls under the 732204 pincode. English Bazar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nijgan Paranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nijgan Paranpur
As per Census 2011, Nijgan Paranpur village has a total population of 8,523 people, consisting of 4,346 males and 4,177 females. The village has 1,883 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,646 literate and 3,877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,065 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nijgan Paranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,523 | 4,346 | 4,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,295 | 650 | 645 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,065 | 569 | 496 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,646 | 2,540 | 2,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,877 | 1,806 | 2,071 |
Nearby Villages of Nijgan Paranpur
Nijgan Paranpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Radhanagar | North | 1.51 km |
| Bakhra | West | 1.70 km |
| Chandpur | South | 1.85 km |
| Shyamlalpara | West | 1.87 km |
| Tiarpara | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Baniabati | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Khanpur | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Paranpur | East | 2.25 km |
| Arazi Raghabbati | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Bishanpur | South-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nijgan Paranpur
Nijgan Paranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mahananda Bge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from English Bazar to Nijgan Paranpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Nijgan Paranpur is about 29.7 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 Nijgan Paranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nijgan Paranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nijgan Paranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nijgan Paranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nijgan Paranpur
Where is Nijgan Paranpur located?
Nijgan Paranpur village is located in Ratua - II Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nijgan Paranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijgan Paranpur is Paranpur.
What is the pincode of Nijgan Paranpur?
The pincode of Nijgan Paranpur is 732204.
What is the population of Nijgan Paranpur?
Nijgan Paranpur has a total population of 8,523, including 4,346 males and 4,177 females.
How many households are there in Nijgan Paranpur?
There are 1,883 households in Nijgan Paranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Nijgan Paranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nijgan Paranpur is 54.51%. Male literacy is 58.44% and female literacy is 50.42%.