Chhota Dhaperchatra - Sitalkuchi, Cooch Behar
Chhota Dhaperchatra is a village situated in the Sitalkuchi subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Sitalkuchi and around 52.5 km from Cooch Behar. Gosairhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Dhaperchatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Dhaperchatra is 308793. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.15 hectares and falls under the 736172 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhota Dhaperchatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Dhaperchatra
As per Census 2011, Chhota Dhaperchatra village has a total population of 2,385 people, consisting of 1,205 males and 1,180 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,797 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Dhaperchatra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,385 | 1,205 | 1,180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 165 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,797 | 895 | 902 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 803 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 949 | 402 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Dhaperchatra
Chhota Dhaperchatra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Pinarirjhar | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Chhota Pinjarirjhar | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Kharija Dhaperchatra | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Atharakotha | West | 2.79 km |
| Dhallarpar | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Nalgram | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Bara Dhaperchatra | East | 3.26 km |
| Bara Madhusudan | West | 3.40 km |
| Satimari | North | 3.43 km |
| Chhota Kaimari | North-East | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Dhaperchatra
Chhota Dhaperchatra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghoksadanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mathabhanga to Chhota Dhaperchatra is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chhota Dhaperchatra is about 52.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Dhaperchatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Dhaperchatra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota Dhaperchatra
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 Dhaperchatra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Dhaperchatra
Where is Chhota Dhaperchatra located?
Chhota Dhaperchatra village is located in Sitalkuchi Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Dhaperchatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Dhaperchatra is Gosairhat.
What is the pincode of Chhota Dhaperchatra?
The pincode of Chhota Dhaperchatra is 736172.
What is the population of Chhota Dhaperchatra?
Chhota Dhaperchatra has a total population of 2,385, including 1,205 males and 1,180 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Dhaperchatra?
There are 556 households in Chhota Dhaperchatra.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Dhaperchatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Dhaperchatra is 60.21%. Male literacy is 66.64% and female literacy is 53.64%.