Khapaidanga - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Khapaidanga is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 61.6 km from Pundibari and around 8.6 km from Cooch Behar. Khapaidanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapaidanga is 308319. The village covers a total geographical area of 1291.89 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Kochbihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khapaidanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khapaidanga
As per Census 2011, Khapaidanga village has a total population of 9,839 people, consisting of 5,116 males and 4,723 females. The village has 2,445 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,078 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,279 literate and 2,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapaidanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,839 | 5,116 | 4,723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,078 | 570 | 508 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,226 | 3,183 | 3,043 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 7,279 | 3,978 | 3,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,560 | 1,138 | 1,422 |
Nearby Villages of Khapaidanga
Khapaidanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaudanga | East | 2.20 km |
| Konamali Pestharjhar | West | 2.63 km |
| Baikunthapur | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Gayergari | South | 2.92 km |
| Pestharjhar | West | 3.18 km |
| Dalua Dasgir | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Kharijasonari | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Sidheswari | North | 3.68 km |
| Chakchaka (ct) | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Dauaguri | South | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khapaidanga
Khapaidanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 3.7 km.
| 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 Khapaidanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Khapaidanga is about 8.6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapaidanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapaidanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khapaidanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapaidanga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khapaidanga
Where is Khapaidanga located?
Khapaidanga village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapaidanga?
Khapaidanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khapaidanga?
The pincode of Khapaidanga is 736133.
What is the population of Khapaidanga?
Khapaidanga has a total population of 9,839, including 5,116 males and 4,723 females.
How many households are there in Khapaidanga?
There are 2,445 households in Khapaidanga.
What is the literacy rate in Khapaidanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapaidanga is 73.98%. Male literacy is 77.76% and female literacy is 69.89%.