Ghirnigaon Khas - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Ghirnigaon Khas is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Ghirnigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghirnigaon Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghirnigaon Khas is 308918. The village covers a total geographical area of 1123.4 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ghirnigaon Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghirnigaon Khas
As per Census 2011, Ghirnigaon Khas village has a total population of 12,300 people, consisting of 6,424 males and 5,876 females. The village has 2,339 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,040 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,318 literate and 5,982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghirnigaon Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,300 | 6,424 | 5,876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,040 | 1,078 | 962 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 229 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,318 | 3,643 | 2,675 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,982 | 2,781 | 3,201 |
Nearby Villages of Ghirnigaon Khas
Ghirnigaon Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghirnigaon | South | 1.74 km |
| Dewanjagir | West | 1.84 km |
| Dakshin Jibhakata | North | 2.30 km |
| Jogthora | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Chhota Mircha | East | 2.70 km |
| Madangachh | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Chhota Panchmauz | East | 2.96 km |
| Hulasugachh | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Dograsani | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Sonapatila | South | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghirnigaon Khas
Ghirnigaon Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tin Mile Hat, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Ghirnigaon Khas is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Ghirnigaon Khas is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghirnigaon Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghirnigaon Khas 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 Ghirnigaon Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghirnigaon Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghirnigaon Khas
Where is Ghirnigaon Khas located?
Ghirnigaon Khas village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghirnigaon Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghirnigaon Khas is Ghirnigaon.
What is the pincode of Ghirnigaon Khas?
The pincode of Ghirnigaon Khas is 733207.
What is the population of Ghirnigaon Khas?
Ghirnigaon Khas has a total population of 12,300, including 6,424 males and 5,876 females.
How many households are there in Ghirnigaon Khas?
There are 2,339 households in Ghirnigaon Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Ghirnigaon Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghirnigaon Khas is 51.37%. Male literacy is 56.71% and female literacy is 45.52%.