Ghargharia Prathamkhanda - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Ghargharia Prathamkhanda is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 52.3 km from Pundibari and around 10.9 km from Cooch Behar. Khapaidanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghargharia Prathamkhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda is 308321. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.33 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Kochbihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghargharia Prathamkhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghargharia Prathamkhanda village had a total population of 641 people, including 336 males and 305 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.52%, with male literacy at 93.47% and female literacy at 80.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 616.
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 | 641 | 336 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 321 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 272 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 64 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda
Ghargharia Prathamkhanda 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 Ghargharia Prathamkhanda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ghargharia Prathamkhanda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochbihar to Ghargharia Prathamkhanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Ghargharia Prathamkhanda is about 10.9 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 Ghargharia Prathamkhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghargharia Prathamkhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghargharia Prathamkhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghargharia Prathamkhanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghargharia Prathamkhanda
Where is Ghargharia Prathamkhanda located?
Ghargharia Prathamkhanda village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda is Khapaidanga.
What is the pincode of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda?
The pincode of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda is 736133.
What is the population of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda?
Ghargharia Prathamkhanda had a total population of 641, including 336 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Ghargharia Prathamkhanda?
Ghargharia Prathamkhanda had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghargharia Prathamkhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghargharia Prathamkhanda was 87.52%. Male literacy was 93.47% and female literacy was 80.92%.