Dhandhania - Mathabhanga - I, Cooch Behar
Dhandhania is a village situated in the Mathabhanga - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.3 km from Mathabhanga and around 62.3 km from Cooch Behar. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhandhania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandhania is 307887. The village covers a total geographical area of 597.51 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dhandhania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitalkuchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhandhania
As per Census 2011, Dhandhania village has a total population of 3,363 people, consisting of 1,710 males and 1,653 females. The village has 770 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,180 literate and 1,183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,716 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandhania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,363 | 1,710 | 1,653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 252 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,716 | 1,376 | 1,340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,180 | 1,229 | 951 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 481 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhania
Dhandhania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Rangapani Balasi | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Bara Gopalpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Chhota Chhat Dhan Dhania | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Chhat Gopalpur | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Bhogramguri | South | 2.11 km |
| Kharija Panigram | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Purbba Jamaldaha | West | 2.53 km |
| Uchal Pukhari | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Chhota Gopalpur | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhandhania
Dhandhania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salbari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Dhandhania is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dhandhania is about 62.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandhania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandhania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhandhania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandhania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhandhania
Where is Dhandhania located?
Dhandhania village is located in Mathabhanga - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhania?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandhania is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Dhandhania?
The pincode of Dhandhania is 736146.
What is the population of Dhandhania?
Dhandhania has a total population of 3,363, including 1,710 males and 1,653 females.
How many households are there in Dhandhania?
There are 770 households in Dhandhania.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandhania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandhania is 64.82%. Male literacy is 71.87% and female literacy is 57.53%.