Chhota Kharkharia - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Chhota Kharkharia is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from Changrabandha and around 97.4 km from Cooch Behar. Bagdogra-fulkadabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Kharkharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Kharkharia is 307690. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.88 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chhota Kharkharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Kharkharia
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Kharkharia village had a total population of 240 people, including 126 males and 114 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.51%, with male literacy at 72.32% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.
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 | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 45 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Kharkharia
Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | North | 0.65 km |
| Mekliganj (p) | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Uttar Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | East | 0.95 km |
| Uttar Pukurdabri | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Dakshin Bhotbari | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Madhya Bhotbari (p) | West | 2.07 km |
| Uttar Kharkharia (p) | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Vitar Fulkar Dabria Kharkhar | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Fulkardabri | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Dakshin Mekliganj | South | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Kharkharia
Chhota Kharkharia 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 43.7 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 Chhota Kharkharia is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhota Kharkharia is about 97.4 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 Kharkharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Kharkharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota 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 Chhota 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Kharkharia
Where is Chhota Kharkharia located?
Chhota Kharkharia village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhota Kharkharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Kharkharia is Bagdogra-fulkadabri.
What is the pincode of Chhota Kharkharia?
The pincode of Chhota Kharkharia is 735304.
What is the population of Chhota Kharkharia?
Chhota Kharkharia had a total population of 240, including 126 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Kharkharia?
Chhota Kharkharia had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Kharkharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Kharkharia was 66.51%. Male literacy was 72.32% and female literacy was 60.00%.