Chhota Atharakotha - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Chhota Atharakotha is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Ghughumari and around 17.2 km from Cooch Behar. Moyamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Atharakotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Atharakotha is 308086. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.98 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chhota Atharakotha 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 Chhota Atharakotha
As per Census 2011, Chhota Atharakotha village has a total population of 3,507 people, consisting of 1,833 males and 1,674 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 618 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,858 literate and 1,649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Atharakotha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,507 | 1,833 | 1,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 304 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 184 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,858 | 1,033 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,649 | 800 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Atharakotha
Chhota Atharakotha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mainaguri Dighalhati | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Dudher Kuthidewanbas | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Bara Atharakotha | East | 2.32 km |
| Bhogdabri Kesharibari | South | 2.74 km |
| Paschim Moamari | West | 3.13 km |
| Karisal | East | 3.16 km |
| Barabhita | West | 3.32 km |
| Kalapani | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Jatrapur | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Kalabarighat | South-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Atharakotha
Public transport in the Chhota Atharakotha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.6 km.
| 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 Chhota Atharakotha is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhota Atharakotha is about 17.2 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 Chhota Atharakotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Atharakotha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota Atharakotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Atharakotha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Atharakotha
Where is Chhota Atharakotha located?
Chhota Atharakotha village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Atharakotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Atharakotha is Moyamari.
What is the pincode of Chhota Atharakotha?
The pincode of Chhota Atharakotha is 736157.
What is the population of Chhota Atharakotha?
Chhota Atharakotha has a total population of 3,507, including 1,833 males and 1,674 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Atharakotha?
There are 681 households in Chhota Atharakotha.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Atharakotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Atharakotha is 52.98%. Male literacy is 56.36% and female literacy is 49.28%.