Kholta - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Kholta is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 76.7 km from Pundibari and around 19.1 km from Cooch Behar. Marichbari-kholta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholta is 308240. The village covers a total geographical area of 1344.2 hectares and falls under the 736121 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kholta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kholta
As per Census 2011, Kholta village has a total population of 14,110 people, consisting of 7,316 males and 6,794 females. The village has 3,311 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,587 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,274 literate and 3,836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,761 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 212 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,110 | 7,316 | 6,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,587 | 785 | 802 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,761 | 3,491 | 3,270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 120 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 10,274 | 5,665 | 4,609 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,836 | 1,651 | 2,185 |
Nearby Villages of Kholta
Kholta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chengpara | East | 2.91 km |
| Bhatlaguri | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Baraibari Dwitia Khanda | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Bokalirmath | South | 4.02 km |
| Chaprarpar | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Marichbari | West | 4.35 km |
| Ambari | South | 4.50 km |
| Baraibari Pratham Khanda | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Kakanguri | South-West | 5.42 km |
| Boragari | South | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kholta
Kholta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Alipur Duar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Kholta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kholta is about 19.1 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 Kholta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kholta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kholta
Where is Kholta located?
Kholta village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholta is Marichbari-kholta.
What is the pincode of Kholta?
The pincode of Kholta is 736121.
What is the population of Kholta?
Kholta has a total population of 14,110, including 7,316 males and 6,794 females.
How many households are there in Kholta?
There are 3,311 households in Kholta.
What is the literacy rate in Kholta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholta is 72.81%. Male literacy is 77.43% and female literacy is 67.84%.