Bhoterhat - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Bhoterhat is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from Ghughumari and around 26.4 km from Cooch Behar. Falmari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhoterhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoterhat is 308114. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.68 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bhoterhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Bhoterhat
According to the 2011 Census, Bhoterhat village had a total population of 282 people, including 147 males and 135 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.70%, with male literacy at 90.40% and female literacy at 74.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 282 | 147 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 105 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 113 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 34 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bhoterhat
Bhoterhat 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 Bhoterhat
Bhoterhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhoterhat.
| 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 Bhoterhat is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bhoterhat is about 26.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhoterhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhoterhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhoterhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhoterhat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhoterhat
Where is Bhoterhat located?
Bhoterhat village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhoterhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhoterhat is Falmari.
What is the pincode of Bhoterhat?
The pincode of Bhoterhat is 736157.
What is the population of Bhoterhat?
Bhoterhat had a total population of 282, including 147 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Bhoterhat?
Bhoterhat had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoterhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoterhat was 82.70%. Male literacy was 90.40% and female literacy was 74.11%.