Hat Dhar Dharia - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Hat Dhar Dharia is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Changrabandha and around 80.8 km from Cooch Behar. Changrabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hat Dhar Dharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hat Dhar Dharia is 307807. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.57 hectares and falls under the 735301 pincode. Meuliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hat Dhar Dharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hat Dhar Dharia
As per Census 2011, Hat Dhar Dharia village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 128 males and 122 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hat Dhar Dharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 93 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Hat Dhar Dharia
Hat Dhar Dharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhat Panisala | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Brahmapur | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Kamat Chandrabandha | East | 1.86 km |
| Bara Panisala | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Chhat Nijtaraf | South | 2.07 km |
| Brahmapur | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Paschim Nijtaraf | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Paharpur | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Andaran Panisala | East | 3.03 km |
| Chhota Kamat Changrabandha | North | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hat Dhar Dharia
Hat Dhar Dharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kashiabari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meuliganj to Hat Dhar Dharia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Hat Dhar Dharia is about 80.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hat Dhar Dharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hat Dhar Dharia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hat Dhar Dharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hat Dhar Dharia 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 Hat Dhar Dharia
Where is Hat Dhar Dharia located?
Hat Dhar Dharia village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hat Dhar Dharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Hat Dhar Dharia is Changrabandha.
What is the pincode of Hat Dhar Dharia?
The pincode of Hat Dhar Dharia is 735301.
What is the population of Hat Dhar Dharia?
Hat Dhar Dharia has a total population of 250, including 128 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Hat Dhar Dharia?
There are 61 households in Hat Dhar Dharia.
What is the literacy rate in Hat Dhar Dharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hat Dhar Dharia is 68.80%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 64.75%.