Bhonathpur - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Bhonathpur is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Sahebganj and around 54.6 km from Cooch Behar. Sukarukuthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhonathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhonathpur is 308706. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.27 hectares and falls under the 736168 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhonathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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.
Population of Bhonathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhonathpur village had a total population of 431 people, including 223 males and 208 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.55%, with male literacy at 63.10% and female literacy at 37.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 431 | 223 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 118 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 105 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Bhonathpur
Bhonathpur 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 Bhonathpur
Public transport in the Bhonathpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Bhonathpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bhonathpur is about 54.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhonathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhonathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhonathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhonathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhonathpur
Where is Bhonathpur located?
Bhonathpur village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhonathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhonathpur is Sukarukuthi.
What is the pincode of Bhonathpur?
The pincode of Bhonathpur is 736168.
What is the population of Bhonathpur?
Bhonathpur had a total population of 431, including 223 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Bhonathpur?
Bhonathpur had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhonathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhonathpur was 50.55%. Male literacy was 63.10% and female literacy was 37.29%.