Jhabar Chhat - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
Jhabar Chhat is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Naxalbari. Maniram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhabar Chhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhabar Chhat is 306574. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.71 hectares and falls under the 734423 pincode. Uttar Bagdogra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jhabar Chhat 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 Jhabar Chhat
According to the 2011 Census, Jhabar Chhat village had a total population of 243 people, including 127 males and 116 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.63%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 67.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 243 | 127 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 100 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 27 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Jhabar Chhat
Jhabar Chhat 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 Jhabar Chhat
Jhabar Chhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jhabar Chhat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttar Bagdogra to Jhabar Chhat is about 19 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 Jhabar Chhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhabar Chhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhabar Chhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhabar Chhat 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 Jhabar Chhat
Where is Jhabar Chhat located?
Jhabar Chhat village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhabar Chhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhabar Chhat is Maniram.
What is the pincode of Jhabar Chhat?
The pincode of Jhabar Chhat is 734423.
What is the population of Jhabar Chhat?
Jhabar Chhat had a total population of 243, including 127 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Jhabar Chhat?
Jhabar Chhat had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhabar Chhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhabar Chhat was 77.63%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 67.96%.