Tejnagar - Kaliganj, Nadia
Tejnagar is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 56.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Plassey-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tejnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tejnagar is 321294. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.77 hectares and falls under the 741157 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
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 Tejnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Tejnagar village had a total population of 1,132 people, including 562 males and 570 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.16%, with male literacy at 91.02% and female literacy at 81.38%.
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 | 1,132 | 562 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 466 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 96 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Tejnagar
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Char Tejnagar | West | 0.58 km |
| Char Ramnagar | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Palasi | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Chak Bidupara | North | 1.64 km |
| Char Palasi | South | 1.73 km |
| Loknathpur | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Bidupara | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Char Mahammadpur | North | 2.88 km |
| Erardanga | South | 3.68 km |
| Sajua | East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tejnagar
Tejnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sirajnagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Krishnagar to Tejnagar is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Tejnagar is about 56.1 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 Tejnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tejnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Tejnagar
Where is Tejnagar located?
Tejnagar village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tejnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tejnagar is Plassey-ii.
What is the pincode of Tejnagar?
The pincode of Tejnagar is 741157.
What is the population of Tejnagar?
Tejnagar had a total population of 1,132, including 562 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Tejnagar?
Tejnagar had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tejnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tejnagar was 86.16%. Male literacy was 91.02% and female literacy was 81.38%.