Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 57.8 km from Pundibari and around 39.4 km from Cooch Behar. Ambari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda is 308236. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.5 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda village had a total population of 327 people, including 165 males and 162 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 94.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 327 | 165 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda
Mahishbathan 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 Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda
Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mahishbathan 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda is about 39.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda 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 Mahishbathan 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 Mahishbathan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda
Where is Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda located?
Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda is Ambari.
What is the pincode of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda?
The pincode of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda is 736165.
What is the population of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda?
Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda had a total population of 327, including 165 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda?
Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahishbathan Dwitia Khanda was 93.75%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 94.37%.