Bairjhari - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Bairjhari is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Kamalgaon-sujali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairjhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairjhari is 308961. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.04 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bairjhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairjhari
According to the 2011 Census, Bairjhari village had a total population of 1,184 people, including 607 males and 577 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.12%, with male literacy at 73.73% and female literacy at 55.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,184 | 607 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 97 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 376 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 231 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Bairjhari
Bairjhari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bairjhari
Bairjhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Islampur to Bairjhari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Bairjhari is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairjhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairjhari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bairjhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairjhari 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bairjhari
Where is Bairjhari located?
Bairjhari village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairjhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairjhari is Kamalgaon-sujali.
What is the pincode of Bairjhari?
The pincode of Bairjhari is 733207.
What is the population of Bairjhari?
Bairjhari had a total population of 1,184, including 607 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Bairjhari?
Bairjhari had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bairjhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairjhari was 65.12%. Male literacy was 73.73% and female literacy was 55.63%.