Piknidhara - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Piknidhara is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.4 km from Sahebganj and around 38.1 km from Cooch Behar. Gobra Chhara Nayarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piknidhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piknidhara is 308634. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.44 hectares and falls under the 736168 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
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 Piknidhara
As per Census 2011, Piknidhara village has a total population of 3,229 people, consisting of 1,673 males and 1,556 females. The village has 824 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,910 literate and 1,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piknidhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,229 | 1,673 | 1,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 214 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 190 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,910 | 1,057 | 853 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 616 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Piknidhara
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 Piknidhara
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 Piknidhara.
| 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 | 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 Piknidhara is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Piknidhara is about 38.1 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 Piknidhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piknidhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piknidhara
Where is Piknidhara located?
Piknidhara village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piknidhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Piknidhara is Gobra Chhara Nayarhat.
What is the pincode of Piknidhara?
The pincode of Piknidhara is 736168.
What is the population of Piknidhara?
Piknidhara has a total population of 3,229, including 1,673 males and 1,556 females.
How many households are there in Piknidhara?
There are 824 households in Piknidhara.
What is the literacy rate in Piknidhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piknidhara is 59.15%. Male literacy is 63.18% and female literacy is 54.82%.