Dayaler Chhara - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Dayaler Chhara is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 36.1 km from Ghughumari and around 10.4 km from Cooch Behar. Haribhanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dayaler Chhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dayaler Chhara is 308179. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.96 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dayaler Chhara 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 Dayaler Chhara
According to the 2011 Census, Dayaler Chhara village had a total population of 2,983 people, including 1,543 males and 1,440 females, living in 691 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.95%, with male literacy at 72.64% and female literacy at 62.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 777.
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 | 2,983 | 1,543 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 227 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 416 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,736 | 956 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 587 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Dayaler Chhara
Dayaler Chhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pushnadanga | East | 1.47 km |
| Simulguri | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Nakkati | South | 1.90 km |
| Hourgari | North | 2.16 km |
| Hari Bhanga | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Ghegirghat | East | 2.75 km |
| Bara Elajan | West | 2.78 km |
| Gangaler Kuthi | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Shishabguri | East | 3.57 km |
| Rasidanga Pratham Khanda | West | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dayaler Chhara
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Dayaler Chhara. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Cooch Behar to Dayaler Chhara is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dayaler Chhara is about 10.4 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 Dayaler Chhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dayaler Chhara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dayaler Chhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dayaler Chhara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dayaler Chhara
Where is Dayaler Chhara located?
Dayaler Chhara village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dayaler Chhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dayaler Chhara is Haribhanga.
What is the pincode of Dayaler Chhara?
The pincode of Dayaler Chhara is 736134.
What is the population of Dayaler Chhara?
Dayaler Chhara had a total population of 2,983, including 1,543 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Dayaler Chhara?
Dayaler Chhara had 691 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dayaler Chhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dayaler Chhara was 67.95%. Male literacy was 72.64% and female literacy was 62.95%.