Uttar Kharkharia (P) - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Uttar Kharkharia (P) is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.9 km from Changrabandha and around 93.3 km from Cooch Behar. Niztarof serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Kharkharia (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Kharkharia (P) is 307833. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.25 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode. Mekhliganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Uttar Kharkharia (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Kharkharia (P)
As per Census 2011, Uttar Kharkharia (P) village has a total population of 2,677 people, consisting of 1,383 males and 1,294 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,575 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Kharkharia (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,677 | 1,383 | 1,294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 199 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,175 | 1,123 | 1,052 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,575 | 893 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 490 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Kharkharia (P)
Uttar Kharkharia (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitar Fulkar Dabria Kharkhar | West | 0.13 km |
| Madhya Bhotbari (p) | South | 1.08 km |
| Chhota Nijtaraf | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Chhota Bhotbari | West | 2.01 km |
| Chhota Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Chhota Kharkharia | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Mekliganj (p) | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Nijtaraf (p) | West | 2.67 km |
| Uttar Pukurdabri | East | 3.13 km |
| Uttar Fulkar Dabri Bajejama | South-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Kharkharia (P)
Uttar Kharkharia (P) 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 45.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mekhliganj to Uttar Kharkharia (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Uttar Kharkharia (P) is about 93.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Kharkharia (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Kharkharia (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttar Kharkharia (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Kharkharia (P) 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 Uttar Kharkharia (P)
Where is Uttar Kharkharia (P) located?
Uttar Kharkharia (P) village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Kharkharia (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Kharkharia (P) is Niztarof.
What is the pincode of Uttar Kharkharia (P)?
The pincode of Uttar Kharkharia (P) is 735304.
What is the population of Uttar Kharkharia (P)?
Uttar Kharkharia (P) has a total population of 2,677, including 1,383 males and 1,294 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Kharkharia (P)?
There are 634 households in Uttar Kharkharia (P).
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Kharkharia (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Kharkharia (P) is 58.83%. Male literacy is 64.57% and female literacy is 52.70%.