Patchhara - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Patchhara is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.9 km from Ghughumari and around 24.8 km from Cooch Behar. Patchhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patchhara is 308147. The village covers a total geographical area of 1231.8 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Patchhara 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 Patchhara
According to the 2011 Census, Patchhara village had a total population of 10,074 people, including 5,222 males and 4,852 females, living in 2,386 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.18%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 63.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6,047.
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 | 10,074 | 5,222 | 4,852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,249 | 630 | 619 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,047 | 3,114 | 2,933 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,282 | 3,608 | 2,674 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,792 | 1,614 | 2,178 |
Nearby Villages of Patchhara
Patchhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sialdaha Pratham Khanda | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Bara Naldhondra | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Silkhuri Pratham Khanda | North | 2.48 km |
| Jhal Jhali | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Jibramerkuthi | West | 2.83 km |
| Khari Analdhondra | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Bara Nalangibari | East | 2.89 km |
| Rasidanga Pratham Khanda | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Kachamari | North-West | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patchhara
Patchhara 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 12.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Patchhara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Patchhara 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 Patchhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patchhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patchhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patchhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patchhara
Where is Patchhara located?
Patchhara village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patchhara?
Patchhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patchhara?
The pincode of Patchhara is 736157.
What is the population of Patchhara?
Patchhara had a total population of 10,074, including 5,222 males and 4,852 females.
How many households are there in Patchhara?
Patchhara had 2,386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patchhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patchhara was 71.18%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 63.17%.