Chhota Garol Jhora - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Chhota Garol Jhora is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.9 km from Sahebganj and around 33.5 km from Cooch Behar. Nijirhat-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Garol Jhora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Garol Jhora is 308606. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.4 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chhota Garol Jhora 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 Chhota Garol Jhora
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Garol Jhora village had a total population of 2,948 people, including 1,548 males and 1,400 females, living in 635 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.55%, with male literacy at 65.97% and female literacy at 52.42%.
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 | 2,948 | 1,548 | 1,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 214 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 880 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,439 | 668 | 771 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Garol Jhora
Chhota Garol Jhora 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 Chhota Garol Jhora
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chhota Garol Jhora.
| 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 Chhota Garol Jhora is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhota Garol Jhora is about 33.5 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 Chhota Garol Jhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Garol Jhora 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 Chhota Garol Jhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Garol Jhora 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 Chhota Garol Jhora
Where is Chhota Garol Jhora located?
Chhota Garol Jhora village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Garol Jhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Garol Jhora is Nijirhat-ii.
What is the pincode of Chhota Garol Jhora?
The pincode of Chhota Garol Jhora is 736134.
What is the population of Chhota Garol Jhora?
Chhota Garol Jhora had a total population of 2,948, including 1,548 males and 1,400 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Garol Jhora?
Chhota Garol Jhora had 635 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Garol Jhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Garol Jhora was 59.55%. Male literacy was 65.97% and female literacy was 52.42%.