Char Tejnagar - Kaliganj, Nadia
Char Tejnagar is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 56.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Plassey-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Tejnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Tejnagar is 321293. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.39 hectares and falls under the 741157 pincode.
Char Tejnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char Tejnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Char Tejnagar village had a total population of 243 people, including 122 males and 121 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.87%, with male literacy at 48.57% and female literacy at 34.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 71 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Char Tejnagar
Char Tejnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tejnagar | East | 0.58 km |
| Char Ramnagar | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Char Palasi | South | 1.47 km |
| Chak Bidupara | North | 1.78 km |
| Palasi | East | 2.07 km |
| Bidupara | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Loknathpur | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Char Mahammadpur | North | 3.05 km |
| Erardanga | South | 3.43 km |
| Chhota Kulberia | South-East | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Tejnagar
Char Tejnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sirajnagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnanagar to Char Tejnagar is about 56.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Char Tejnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Tejnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Char Tejnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Tejnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Char Tejnagar
Where is Char Tejnagar located?
Char Tejnagar village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Tejnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Tejnagar is Plassey-ii.
What is the pincode of Char Tejnagar?
The pincode of Char Tejnagar is 741157.
What is the population of Char Tejnagar?
Char Tejnagar had a total population of 243, including 122 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Char Tejnagar?
Char Tejnagar had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Char Tejnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Tejnagar was 41.87%. Male literacy was 48.57% and female literacy was 34.69%.