Paraner Chhara - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Paraner Chhara is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Sahebganj and around 36.1 km from Cooch Behar. Barasakdal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraner Chhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraner Chhara is 308666. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.71 hectares and falls under the 736168 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Paraner Chhara 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 Paraner Chhara
According to the 2011 Census, Paraner Chhara village had a total population of 617 people, including 323 males and 294 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.44%, with male literacy at 85.66% and female literacy at 79.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 427.
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 | 617 | 323 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 239 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 84 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Paraner Chhara
Paraner Chhara 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 Paraner Chhara
Paraner Chhara 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 Paraner Chhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Paraner Chhara is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Paraner Chhara is about 36.1 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 Paraner Chhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraner Chhara 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 Paraner Chhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraner Chhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paraner Chhara
Where is Paraner Chhara located?
Paraner Chhara village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraner Chhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraner Chhara is Barasakdal.
What is the pincode of Paraner Chhara?
The pincode of Paraner Chhara is 736168.
What is the population of Paraner Chhara?
Paraner Chhara had a total population of 617, including 323 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Paraner Chhara?
Paraner Chhara had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraner Chhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraner Chhara was 82.44%. Male literacy was 85.66% and female literacy was 79.01%.