Birsinggachh - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Birsinggachh is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Ramganj-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birsinggachh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birsinggachh is 308959. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.63 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Birsinggachh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birsinggachh
According to the 2011 Census, Birsinggachh village had a total population of 592 people, including 325 males and 267 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.40%, with male literacy at 52.31% and female literacy at 32.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 592 | 325 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 136 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 189 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Birsinggachh
Birsinggachh 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 Birsinggachh
Public transport in the Birsinggachh is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Birsinggachh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Birsinggachh is about 102 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 Birsinggachh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birsinggachh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Birsinggachh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birsinggachh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birsinggachh
Where is Birsinggachh located?
Birsinggachh village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birsinggachh?
The Gram Panchayat of Birsinggachh is Ramganj-i.
What is the pincode of Birsinggachh?
The pincode of Birsinggachh is 733207.
What is the population of Birsinggachh?
Birsinggachh had a total population of 592, including 325 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Birsinggachh?
Birsinggachh had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birsinggachh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birsinggachh was 43.40%. Male literacy was 52.31% and female literacy was 32.38%.