Bara Elajan - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Bara Elajan is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 35.1 km from Ghughumari and around 15.9 km from Cooch Behar. Sutkabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Elajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Elajan is 308169. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.59 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bara Elajan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cooch behar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Elajan
As per Census 2011, Bara Elajan village has a total population of 1,510 people, consisting of 768 males and 742 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bara Elajan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,510 | 768 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 108 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 469 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 299 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Elajan
Bara Elajan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasidanga Pratham Khanda | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Simulguri | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Sialdaha Pratham Khanda | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Silkhuri Bas | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Gokuler Kuthi | North | 2.44 km |
| Hari Bhanga | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Sonakhuli | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Dayaler Chhara | East | 2.78 km |
| Bara Nalangibari | South | 3.28 km |
| Hourgari | North-East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Elajan
Bara Elajan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Bara Elajan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Elajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Elajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Elajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Elajan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bara Elajan
Where is Bara Elajan located?
Bara Elajan village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Elajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Elajan is Sutkabari.
What is the pincode of Bara Elajan?
The pincode of Bara Elajan is 736157.
What is the population of Bara Elajan?
Bara Elajan has a total population of 1,510, including 768 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Bara Elajan?
There are 365 households in Bara Elajan.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Elajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Elajan is 56.62%. Male literacy is 61.07% and female literacy is 52.02%.