Bhojanpur - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Bhojanpur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.3 km from Ghughumari and around 10.7 km from Cooch Behar. Dauaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhojanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojanpur is 308076. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.64 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhojanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhojanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhojanpur village had a total population of 959 people, including 500 males and 459 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.96%, with male literacy at 62.38% and female literacy at 53.13%.
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 | 959 | 500 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 262 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 238 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojanpur
Bhojanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Ambari | East | 0.57 km |
| Bhojanpur Katnatipara | South | 0.86 km |
| Dakshin Boragari | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Ghoramara | West | 1.33 km |
| Kunidanga | East | 1.60 km |
| Lankabar | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Jhinaidanga | North | 1.79 km |
| Kalakata | South | 2.17 km |
| Dauaguri | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Dhair Hat | South-East | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhojanpur
Bhojanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Bhojanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bhojanpur is about 10.7 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 Bhojanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhojanpur
Where is Bhojanpur located?
Bhojanpur village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhojanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhojanpur is Dauaguri.
What is the pincode of Bhojanpur?
The pincode of Bhojanpur is 736170.
What is the population of Bhojanpur?
Bhojanpur had a total population of 959, including 500 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Bhojanpur?
Bhojanpur had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojanpur was 57.96%. Male literacy was 62.38% and female literacy was 53.13%.