Charakpara - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Charakpara is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 38.9 km from Ghughumari and around 28.2 km from Cooch Behar. Patchhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charakpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charakpara is 308146. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.14 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Charakpara 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 Charakpara
As per Census 2011, Charakpara village has a total population of 2,905 people, consisting of 1,554 males and 1,351 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,656 literate and 1,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charakpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,905 | 1,554 | 1,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 232 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,249 | 669 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 984 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 570 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Charakpara
Charakpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chauler Kuthi | East | 0.60 km |
| Chhota Naldhondra | West | 1.72 km |
| Chakisal | East | 1.97 km |
| Rangapani | South | 2.06 km |
| Khari Analdhondra | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Chakiarpara Pratham Khanda | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Khalisaguri | South | 2.26 km |
| Chhota Natabari | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Binani | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Jhal Jhali | North-East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charakpara
Charakpara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 15.7 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 Dinhata to Charakpara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Charakpara is about 28.2 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 Charakpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charakpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charakpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charakpara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charakpara
Where is Charakpara located?
Charakpara village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charakpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Charakpara is Patchhara.
What is the pincode of Charakpara?
The pincode of Charakpara is 736157.
What is the population of Charakpara?
Charakpara has a total population of 2,905, including 1,554 males and 1,351 females.
How many households are there in Charakpara?
There are 640 households in Charakpara.
What is the literacy rate in Charakpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charakpara is 57.01%. Male literacy is 63.32% and female literacy is 49.74%.