Alokjhari - Dinhata - I, Cooch Behar
Alokjhari is a village situated in the Dinhata - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Dinhata and around 33 km from Cooch Behar. Petla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alokjhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alokjhari is 308484. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.35 hectares and falls under the 736135 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Alokjhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alokjhari
As per Census 2011, Alokjhari village has a total population of 4,138 people, consisting of 2,116 males and 2,022 females. The village has 975 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,887 literate and 1,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,682 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alokjhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,138 | 2,116 | 2,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 283 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,682 | 849 | 833 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,887 | 1,572 | 1,315 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 544 | 707 |
Nearby Villages of Alokjhari
Alokjhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajakhora | South | 1.38 km |
| Phulbari | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Petla | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Uttar Singimari | West | 2.10 km |
| Paschim Paradanga | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Matiakura | South | 2.40 km |
| Kuthialerbus | South | 2.60 km |
| Bhitar Kamata | West | 2.66 km |
| Nutanbas | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Pakhihaga | North-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alokjhari
Alokjhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Abutara Halt, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.5 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 Dinhata to Alokjhari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Alokjhari is about 33 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 Alokjhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alokjhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alokjhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alokjhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alokjhari
Where is Alokjhari located?
Alokjhari village is located in Dinhata - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alokjhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Alokjhari is Petla.
What is the pincode of Alokjhari?
The pincode of Alokjhari is 736135.
What is the population of Alokjhari?
Alokjhari has a total population of 4,138, including 2,116 males and 2,022 females.
How many households are there in Alokjhari?
There are 975 households in Alokjhari.
What is the literacy rate in Alokjhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alokjhari is 69.77%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 65.03%.