Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 38.9 km from Ghughumari and around 22 km from Cooch Behar. Patchhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is 308173. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.65 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Coochbehar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sialdaha 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 Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda
As per Census 2011, Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 59 males and 59 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 16 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda
Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda 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 Nalangibari | East | 0.91 km |
| Jhal Jhali | South | 1.40 km |
| Sialdaha Pratham Khanda | North | 1.71 km |
| Patchhara | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Chhota Nalangibari | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Rasidanga Pratham Khanda | North | 2.72 km |
| Jongra | East | 2.77 km |
| Hari Bhanga | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Chakisal | South | 3.05 km |
| Bara Bhita Pratham Khanda | South | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda
Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coochbehar to Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is about 22 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 Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sialdaha 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 Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda
Where is Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda located?
Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is Patchhara.
What is the pincode of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda?
The pincode of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is 736170.
What is the population of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda?
Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda has a total population of 118, including 59 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda?
There are 28 households in Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda.
What is the literacy rate in Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda is 60.17%. Male literacy is 72.88% and female literacy is 47.46%.