Dakshin Bokna Bandha - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Dakshin Bokna Bandha is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Changrabandha and around 76.4 km from Cooch Behar. Ranirhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Bokna Bandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Bokna Bandha is 307755. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.18 hectares and falls under the 735303 pincode. Mechliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dakshin Bokna Bandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Bokna Bandha
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Bokna Bandha village had a total population of 2,539 people, including 1,306 males and 1,233 females, living in 579 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.17%, with male literacy at 80.83% and female literacy at 59.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,511.
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 | 2,539 | 1,306 | 1,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 195 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,511 | 1,290 | 1,221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 898 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 408 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Bokna Bandha
Dakshin Bokna Bandha 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 Dakshin Bokna Bandha
Dakshin Bokna Bandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mechliganj to Dakshin Bokna Bandha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dakshin Bokna Bandha is about 76.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Bokna Bandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Bokna Bandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Bokna Bandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Bokna Bandha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Bokna Bandha
Where is Dakshin Bokna Bandha located?
Dakshin Bokna Bandha village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Bokna Bandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Bokna Bandha is Ranirhat.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Bokna Bandha?
The pincode of Dakshin Bokna Bandha is 735303.
What is the population of Dakshin Bokna Bandha?
Dakshin Bokna Bandha had a total population of 2,539, including 1,306 males and 1,233 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Bokna Bandha?
Dakshin Bokna Bandha had 579 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Bokna Bandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Bokna Bandha was 70.17%. Male literacy was 80.83% and female literacy was 59.00%.