Chhatintair - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chhatintair is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 18.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Deor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatintair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatintair is 310937. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.97 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chhatintair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhatintair
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatintair village had a total population of 480 people, including 249 males and 231 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.49%, with male literacy at 87.61% and female literacy at 74.75%.
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 | 480 | 249 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 191 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 58 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatintair
Chhatintair 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhaubari | North-East | 0.64 km |
| Dharmmapur | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Nadipur | West | 1.00 km |
| Porajhar | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Amrulbari | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Netradanga | North | 1.58 km |
| Parial | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Prasadpur | North | 1.91 km |
| Rasulpur | West | 2.17 km |
| Beltara | East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatintair
Chhatintair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balurghat to Chhatintair is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chhatintair is about 18.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatintair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatintair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatintair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatintair 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhatintair
Where is Chhatintair located?
Chhatintair village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatintair?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatintair is Deor.
What is the pincode of Chhatintair?
The pincode of Chhatintair is 733141.
What is the population of Chhatintair?
Chhatintair had a total population of 480, including 249 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Chhatintair?
Chhatintair had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatintair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatintair was 81.49%. Male literacy was 87.61% and female literacy was 74.75%.