Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 40.6 km from Ghughumari and around 17.2 km from Cooch Behar. Haribhanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda is 308166. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.45 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda 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 Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda village had a total population of 630 people, including 311 males and 319 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.96%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 92.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 630 | 311 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 252 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 59 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda
Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda 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 Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda.
| 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 Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda is about 17.2 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 Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda
Where is Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda located?
Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda is Haribhanga.
What is the pincode of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda?
The pincode of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda is 736170.
What is the population of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda?
Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda had a total population of 630, including 311 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda?
Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rashidanga Dwitia Khanda was 93.96%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 92.55%.