Chhat Guriahati - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Chhat Guriahati is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.4 km from Ghughumari and around 3.3 km from Cooch Behar. Guriahati-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhat Guriahati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhat Guriahati is 308081. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.01 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chhat Guriahati 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 Chhat Guriahati
As per Census 2011, Chhat Guriahati village has a total population of 4,169 people, consisting of 2,022 males and 2,147 females. The village has 1,036 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,478 literate and 691 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhat Guriahati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,169 | 2,022 | 2,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 181 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 360 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,478 | 1,715 | 1,763 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 307 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Chhat Guriahati
Chhat Guriahati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harinchaowra | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Ghughumari | South | 1.57 km |
| Guriahati (ct) | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Bheladanga | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Ghoramara | East | 2.93 km |
| Dhaliabari (ct) | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Lankabar | East | 3.13 km |
| Chandisal | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Charaker Kuthi | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Kalabarighat | West | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhat Guriahati
Chhat Guriahati 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 3.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhat Guriahati is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhat Guriahati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhat Guriahati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhat Guriahati
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 Guriahati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhat Guriahati
Where is Chhat Guriahati located?
Chhat Guriahati village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhat Guriahati?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhat Guriahati is Guriahati-ii.
What is the pincode of Chhat Guriahati?
The pincode of Chhat Guriahati is 736170.
What is the population of Chhat Guriahati?
Chhat Guriahati has a total population of 4,169, including 2,022 males and 2,147 females.
How many households are there in Chhat Guriahati?
There are 1,036 households in Chhat Guriahati.
What is the literacy rate in Chhat Guriahati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhat Guriahati is 83.43%. Male literacy is 84.82% and female literacy is 82.11%.