Sashtia - Dinhata - I, Cooch Behar
Sashtia is a village situated in the Dinhata - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Dinhata and around 27.2 km from Cooch Behar. Dinhata Vill-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sashtia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sashtia is 308532. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.6 hectares and falls under the 736135 pincode.
Sashtia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dinhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sashtia
Sashtia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dinhata (p) | West | 1.01 km |
| Koalidaha | North | 1.92 km |
| Chhoto Atiabari | South | 2.17 km |
| Bhanghi Dwitia Khanda | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Satkura | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Jhuripara (p) | West | 3.26 km |
| Nagar Bhangni | South | 3.51 km |
| Bara Boalmari (p) | West | 3.77 km |
| Khar Kharia | North | 3.84 km |
| Putimari | North-West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sashtia
Sashtia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Abutara Halt, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Cooch Behar to Sashtia is about 27.2 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 Sashtia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sashtia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sashtia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sashtia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sashtia
Where is Sashtia located?
Sashtia village is located in Dinhata - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sashtia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sashtia is Dinhata Vill-ii.
What is the pincode of Sashtia?
The pincode of Sashtia is 736135.