Langalia Protham Khanda - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Langalia Protham Khanda is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Sahebganj and around 32 km from Cooch Behar. Barasakdal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Langalia Protham Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langalia Protham Khanda is 308644. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.52 hectares and falls under the 736169 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Langalia Protham Khanda 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 Langalia Protham Khanda
As per Census 2011, Langalia Protham Khanda village has a total population of 2,595 people, consisting of 1,302 males and 1,293 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,905 literate and 690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,903 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langalia Protham Khanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,595 | 1,302 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,903 | 959 | 944 |
| Literate Population | 1,905 | 1,016 | 889 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 286 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Langalia Protham Khanda
Langalia Protham Khanda 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 Langalia Protham Khanda
Langalia Protham Khanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Langalia Protham Khanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Langalia Protham Khanda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Langalia Protham Khanda is about 32 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 Langalia Protham Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langalia Protham Khanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Langalia Protham Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langalia Protham Khanda 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 Langalia Protham Khanda
Where is Langalia Protham Khanda located?
Langalia Protham Khanda village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langalia Protham Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Langalia Protham Khanda is Barasakdal.
What is the pincode of Langalia Protham Khanda?
The pincode of Langalia Protham Khanda is 736169.
What is the population of Langalia Protham Khanda?
Langalia Protham Khanda has a total population of 2,595, including 1,302 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Langalia Protham Khanda?
There are 616 households in Langalia Protham Khanda.
What is the literacy rate in Langalia Protham Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langalia Protham Khanda is 73.41%. Male literacy is 78.03% and female literacy is 68.75%.