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
As per Census 2011, Birsinggachh village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 325 males and 267 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birsinggachh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 325 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 592, including 325 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Birsinggachh?
There are 110 households in Birsinggachh.
What is the literacy rate in Birsinggachh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birsinggachh is 34.46%. Male literacy is 41.85% and female literacy is 25.47%.