Chhota Ganja - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
Chhota Ganja is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.5 km from Naxalbari. Maniram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Ganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Ganja is 306579. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.81 hectares and falls under the 734423 pincode. Uttar Bagdogra is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chhota Ganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhota Ganja
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Ganja village had a total population of 96 people, including 55 males and 41 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 745 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 57.45% and female literacy at 41.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 28 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Ganja
Chhota Ganja 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 Ganja
Chhota Ganja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Uttar Bagdogra to Chhota Ganja is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Ganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Ganja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota Ganja
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 Ganja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Ganja
Where is Chhota Ganja located?
Chhota Ganja village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Ganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Ganja is Maniram.
What is the pincode of Chhota Ganja?
The pincode of Chhota Ganja is 734423.
What is the population of Chhota Ganja?
Chhota Ganja had a total population of 96, including 55 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Ganja?
Chhota Ganja had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Ganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Ganja was 50.00%. Male literacy was 57.45% and female literacy was 41.03%.