Chhota Bhotbari - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Chhota Bhotbari is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Changrabandha and around 97.1 km from Cooch Behar. Niztarof serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Bhotbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Bhotbari is 307830. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.04 hectares and falls under the 735301 pincode. Mekhliganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chhota Bhotbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Chhota Bhotbari
Chhota Bhotbari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nijtaraf (p) | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Paschim Bhotbari | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Madhya Bhotbari (p) | East | 1.88 km |
| Vitar Fulkar Dabria Kharkhar | East | 1.89 km |
| Uttar Kharkharia (p) | East | 2.01 km |
| Chhota Nijtaraf | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Madhya Nijtaraf | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Daripattani | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Mekliganj (p) | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Dakshin Bhotbari | South-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Bhotbari
Chhota Bhotbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mekhliganj to Chhota Bhotbari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhota Bhotbari is about 97.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Bhotbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Bhotbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhota Bhotbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Bhotbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Bhotbari
Where is Chhota Bhotbari located?
Chhota Bhotbari village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Bhotbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Bhotbari is Niztarof.
What is the pincode of Chhota Bhotbari?
The pincode of Chhota Bhotbari is 735301.