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
As per Census 2011, Chhota Elajan village has a total population of 470 people, consisting of 238 males and 232 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Elajan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 22 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 470, including 238 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Elajan?
There are 111 households in Chhota Elajan.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Elajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Elajan is 71.70%. Male literacy is 80.67% and female literacy is 62.50%.