Haldimohan - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Haldimohan is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17 km from Ghughumari and around 21.9 km from Cooch Behar. Chilkirhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haldimohan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haldimohan is 308152. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.65 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Haldimohan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Haldimohan
According to the 2011 Census, Haldimohan village had a total population of 5,146 people, including 2,682 males and 2,464 females, living in 1,200 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.53%, with male literacy at 84.77% and female literacy at 69.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,662.
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 | 5,146 | 2,682 | 2,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 357 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,662 | 1,915 | 1,747 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,474 | 1,971 | 1,503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,672 | 711 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Haldimohan
Haldimohan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silkhuri Dwitia Khanda | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Khalisaguri | West | 1.44 km |
| Silkhuri Pratham Khanda | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Kachamari | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Morangamari | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Patpisu | West | 2.36 km |
| Ekmukha | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Silkhuri Bas | East | 2.99 km |
| Kursamari | North | 3.05 km |
| Balagram | West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haldimohan
Haldimohan 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 11.7 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 Haldimohan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haldimohan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haldimohan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haldimohan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haldimohan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haldimohan
Where is Haldimohan located?
Haldimohan village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haldimohan?
The Gram Panchayat of Haldimohan is Chilkirhat.
What is the pincode of Haldimohan?
The pincode of Haldimohan is 736157.
What is the population of Haldimohan?
Haldimohan had a total population of 5,146, including 2,682 males and 2,464 females.
How many households are there in Haldimohan?
Haldimohan had 1,200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haldimohan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haldimohan was 77.53%. Male literacy was 84.77% and female literacy was 69.71%.