Andaran Kharkharia - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Andaran Kharkharia is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from Changrabandha and around 108 km from Cooch Behar. Bagdogra-fulkadabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andaran Kharkharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andaran Kharkharia is 307704. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.84 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Andaran Kharkharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andaran Kharkharia
As per Census 2011, Andaran Kharkharia village has a total population of 375 people, consisting of 195 males and 180 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andaran Kharkharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 195 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 189 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 218 | 122 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 73 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Andaran Kharkharia
Andaran Kharkharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fulkardabri Kasiabari | North | 1.42 km |
| Uttar Upanchauki Kuchlibari | East | 1.76 km |
| Madhya Fulkardabri Kharkharia | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Balapukhari Kharkharia | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Fulkardabri Bajejama | North | 2.99 km |
| Chhota Jikabari | East | 3.02 km |
| Uttar Andaran Kuchlibari | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Purbba Fulkardabri | North | 3.36 km |
| Purbba Bhotbari | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Fulkardabri Kharkharia | East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andaran Kharkharia
Andaran Kharkharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mekliganj to Andaran Kharkharia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Andaran Kharkharia is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andaran Kharkharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andaran Kharkharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andaran Kharkharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andaran Kharkharia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andaran Kharkharia
Where is Andaran Kharkharia located?
Andaran Kharkharia village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andaran Kharkharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Andaran Kharkharia is Bagdogra-fulkadabri.
What is the pincode of Andaran Kharkharia?
The pincode of Andaran Kharkharia is 735304.
What is the population of Andaran Kharkharia?
Andaran Kharkharia has a total population of 375, including 195 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Andaran Kharkharia?
There are 86 households in Andaran Kharkharia.
What is the literacy rate in Andaran Kharkharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andaran Kharkharia is 58.13%. Male literacy is 62.56% and female literacy is 53.33%.