Lotafela - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Lotafela is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.2 km from Sahebganj and around 36.9 km from Cooch Behar. Nijirhat-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotafela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotafela is 308603. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.71 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lotafela 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 Lotafela
As per Census 2011, Lotafela village has a total population of 2,354 people, consisting of 1,232 males and 1,122 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,679 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,783 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotafela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,354 | 1,232 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 148 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,783 | 935 | 848 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,679 | 914 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 318 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Lotafela
Lotafela is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chengmari | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Jhaljhali | North | 3.57 km |
| Krishnapur | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Seoraguri | West | 4.57 km |
| Santoshpur | North | 5.14 km |
| Gokulchanda | South-West | 5.35 km |
| Balarampur | North-West | 5.53 km |
| Gaochulica | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Kumarganj | South-West | 5.70 km |
| Dhadial | North-East | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lotafela
Public transport in the Lotafela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhetaguri, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Lotafela is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Lotafela is about 36.9 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 Lotafela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotafela 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 Lotafela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotafela 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lotafela
Where is Lotafela located?
Lotafela village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotafela?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotafela is Nijirhat-ii.
What is the pincode of Lotafela?
The pincode of Lotafela is 736134.
What is the population of Lotafela?
Lotafela has a total population of 2,354, including 1,232 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Lotafela?
There are 575 households in Lotafela.
What is the literacy rate in Lotafela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotafela is 71.33%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 68.18%.