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
As per Census 2011, Chhota-Haripur village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 232 males and 210 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota-Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 232 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 442, including 232 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Chhota-Haripur?
There are 116 households in Chhota-Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota-Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota-Haripur is 72.62%. Male literacy is 75.43% and female literacy is 69.52%.