Uttar Chhat Lotafela - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Uttar Chhat Lotafela is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Sahebganj and around 32.5 km from Cooch Behar. Nijirhat-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Chhat Lotafela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Chhat Lotafela is 308604. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.76 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Uttar Chhat 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 Uttar Chhat Lotafela
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Chhat Lotafela village had a total population of 597 people, including 286 males and 311 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.66%, with male literacy at 51.38% and female literacy at 46.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 597 | 286 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 130 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 156 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Chhat Lotafela
Uttar Chhat Lotafela 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 Uttar Chhat Lotafela
Uttar Chhat Lotafela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Uttar Chhat Lotafela is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Chhat Lotafela is about 32.5 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 Uttar Chhat Lotafela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Chhat 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 Uttar Chhat 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 Uttar Chhat Lotafela 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttar Chhat Lotafela
Where is Uttar Chhat Lotafela located?
Uttar Chhat Lotafela village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Chhat Lotafela?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chhat Lotafela is Nijirhat-ii.
What is the pincode of Uttar Chhat Lotafela?
The pincode of Uttar Chhat Lotafela is 736134.
What is the population of Uttar Chhat Lotafela?
Uttar Chhat Lotafela had a total population of 597, including 286 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chhat Lotafela?
Uttar Chhat Lotafela had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chhat Lotafela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chhat Lotafela was 48.66%. Male literacy was 51.38% and female literacy was 46.13%.