Chhat Elajan - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Chhat Elajan is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15 km from Ghughumari and around 19.5 km from Cooch Behar. Falmari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhat Elajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhat Elajan is 308104. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.51 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chhat 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 Chhat Elajan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhat Elajan village had a total population of 2,063 people, including 1,051 males and 1,012 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 75.50% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 707.
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 | 2,063 | 1,051 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 149 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 377 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 681 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 370 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Chhat Elajan
Chhat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Elejanerkuthi | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Giriar Kuthi | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Kursamari | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Baghmara | West | 1.78 km |
| Bhogdabri Kesharibari | East | 2.20 km |
| Mainaguri Dighalhati | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Kanibil Kankanguri | West | 2.33 km |
| Bengdubgiriar Kuthi | West | 2.45 km |
| Morangamari | South | 2.59 km |
| Katamari | South-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhat Elajan
Chhat Elajan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chhat Elajan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhat Elajan is about 19.5 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 Chhat Elajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhat Elajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhat 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 Chhat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhat Elajan
Where is Chhat Elajan located?
Chhat Elajan village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhat Elajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhat Elajan is Falmari.
What is the pincode of Chhat Elajan?
The pincode of Chhat Elajan is 736157.
What is the population of Chhat Elajan?
Chhat Elajan had a total population of 2,063, including 1,051 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Chhat Elajan?
Chhat Elajan had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhat Elajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhat Elajan was 69.64%. Male literacy was 75.50% and female literacy was 63.49%.