Chhota-Haripur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chhota-Haripur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 19.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ramkrishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota-Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota-Haripur is 310949. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.04 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhota-Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota-Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota-Haripur village had a total population of 442 people, including 232 males and 210 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.25%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 76.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 442 | 232 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 175 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 57 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota-Haripur
Chhota-Haripur 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 Chhota-Haripur
Chhota-Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Chhota-Haripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chhota-Haripur is about 19.3 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 Chhota-Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota-Haripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota-Haripur
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-Haripur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhota-Haripur
Where is Chhota-Haripur located?
Chhota-Haripur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota-Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota-Haripur is Ramkrishnapur.
What is the pincode of Chhota-Haripur?
The pincode of Chhota-Haripur is 733141.
What is the population of Chhota-Haripur?
Chhota-Haripur had a total population of 442, including 232 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Chhota-Haripur?
Chhota-Haripur had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota-Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota-Haripur was 80.25%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 76.04%.