Chhat Piknidhara - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Chhat Piknidhara is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.2 km from Sahebganj and around 37.3 km from Cooch Behar. Gobra Chhara Nayarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhat Piknidhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhat Piknidhara is 308628. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.55 hectares and falls under the 736135 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chhat Piknidhara 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 Chhat Piknidhara
As per Census 2011, Chhat Piknidhara village has a total population of 1,649 people, consisting of 828 males and 821 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhat Piknidhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 828 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 412 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 416 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Chhat Piknidhara
Chhat Piknidhara 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 Chhat Piknidhara
Chhat Piknidhara 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 Chhat Piknidhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chhat Piknidhara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhat Piknidhara is about 37.3 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 Chhat Piknidhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhat Piknidhara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhat Piknidhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhat Piknidhara 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 Chhat Piknidhara
Where is Chhat Piknidhara located?
Chhat Piknidhara village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhat Piknidhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhat Piknidhara is Gobra Chhara Nayarhat.
What is the pincode of Chhat Piknidhara?
The pincode of Chhat Piknidhara is 736135.
What is the population of Chhat Piknidhara?
Chhat Piknidhara has a total population of 1,649, including 828 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Chhat Piknidhara?
There are 390 households in Chhat Piknidhara.
What is the literacy rate in Chhat Piknidhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhat Piknidhara is 47.00%. Male literacy is 49.76% and female literacy is 44.21%.