Bheladanga - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Bheladanga is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.6 km from Ghughumari and around 12.7 km from Cooch Behar. Sutkabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bheladanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bheladanga is 308084. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.63 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bheladanga 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 Bheladanga
According to the 2011 Census, Bheladanga village had a total population of 56 people, including 28 males and 28 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.59%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Bheladanga
Bheladanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karisal | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Bara Atharakotha | West | 2.18 km |
| Kalabarighat | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Kaminirghat | North | 2.57 km |
| Chhat Guriahati | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Chandisal | South | 2.87 km |
| Dudher Kuthidewanbas | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Ghughumari | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Harinchaowra | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Guriahati (ct) | East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bheladanga
Bheladanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Cooch Behar to Bheladanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bheladanga is about 12.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bheladanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bheladanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bheladanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bheladanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bheladanga
Where is Bheladanga located?
Bheladanga village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bheladanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bheladanga is Sutkabari.
What is the pincode of Bheladanga?
The pincode of Bheladanga is 736170.
What is the population of Bheladanga?
Bheladanga had a total population of 56, including 28 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Bheladanga?
Bheladanga had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bheladanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheladanga was 92.59%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 88.89%.