Chhota Elajan - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Chhota Elajan is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 33.4 km from Ghughumari and around 16.9 km from Cooch Behar. Sutkabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Elajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Elajan is 308168. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.31 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhota 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 Chhota Elajan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Elajan village had a total population of 470 people, including 238 males and 232 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 76.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 22 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 192 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 46 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Elajan
Chhota Elajan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Elajan
Public transport in the Chhota Elajan is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Cooch Behar to Chhota Elajan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhota Elajan is about 16.9 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 Elajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Elajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota 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 Chhota 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Elajan
Where is Chhota Elajan located?
Chhota Elajan village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Elajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Elajan is Sutkabari.
What is the pincode of Chhota Elajan?
The pincode of Chhota Elajan is 736157.
What is the population of Chhota Elajan?
Chhota Elajan had a total population of 470, including 238 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Elajan?
Chhota Elajan had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Elajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Elajan was 83.00%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 76.32%.