Chhedarjhar - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Chhedarjhar is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 44.9 km from Ghughumari and around 33 km from Cooch Behar. Chandamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhedarjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhedarjhar is 308131. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.07 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhedarjhar 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 Chhedarjhar
As per Census 2011, Chhedarjhar village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 170 males and 173 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhedarjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 170 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 118 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 52 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Chhedarjhar
Chhedarjhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amar Bhasirthana | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Hardeb Chhedarjhar | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Shibpur | South | 1.45 km |
| Putimari Phuleswari | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Dakshin Putimari Phuleswari | South | 2.30 km |
| Jagarjhuli Bhasirthana | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Paitakapara | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Bairati | North | 2.77 km |
| Bhair Thana | West | 2.79 km |
| Shalbari | South-East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhedarjhar
Public transport in the Chhedarjhar 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 17.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Chhedarjhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhedarjhar is about 33 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 Chhedarjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhedarjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhedarjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhedarjhar 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhedarjhar
Where is Chhedarjhar located?
Chhedarjhar village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhedarjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhedarjhar is Chandamari.
What is the pincode of Chhedarjhar?
The pincode of Chhedarjhar is 736157.
What is the population of Chhedarjhar?
Chhedarjhar has a total population of 343, including 170 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Chhedarjhar?
There are 86 households in Chhedarjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Chhedarjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhedarjhar is 62.68%. Male literacy is 69.41% and female literacy is 56.07%.