Chhota Nalangibari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Chhota Nalangibari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 38.7 km from Ghughumari and around 24.8 km from Cooch Behar. Patchhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Nalangibari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Nalangibari is 308175. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.83 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhota Nalangibari 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 Nalangibari
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Nalangibari village had a total population of 1,964 people, including 952 males and 1,012 females, living in 488 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.55%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 60.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 482.
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 | 1,964 | 952 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 247 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 578 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 374 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Nalangibari
Chhota Nalangibari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Bhita Pratham Khanda | South | 1.36 km |
| Jhal Jhali | West | 1.65 km |
| Bara Nalangibari | North | 1.70 km |
| Jongra | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Kharija Bora Danga | East | 1.92 km |
| Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Chakisal | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Barabhita Dwitia Khanda | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Baisguri Khanda | South | 2.81 km |
| Chakiar Para Dwitia Khanda | South | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Nalangibari
Chhota Nalangibari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 13.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nalangibari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhota Nalangibari is about 24.8 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 Nalangibari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Nalangibari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota Nalangibari
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 Nalangibari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Nalangibari
Where is Chhota Nalangibari located?
Chhota Nalangibari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Nalangibari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Nalangibari is Patchhara.
What is the pincode of Chhota Nalangibari?
The pincode of Chhota Nalangibari is 736157.
What is the population of Chhota Nalangibari?
Chhota Nalangibari had a total population of 1,964, including 952 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Nalangibari?
Chhota Nalangibari had 488 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Nalangibari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Nalangibari was 65.55%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 60.97%.