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 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.
Population of Bhonathpur
As per Census 2011, Bhonathpur village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 223 males and 208 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhonathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 223 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 431, including 223 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Bhonathpur?
There are 103 households in Bhonathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhonathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhonathpur is 42.69%. Male literacy is 52.91% and female literacy is 31.73%.