Thunar Chhat - Phansidewa, Darjeeling
Thunar Chhat is a village situated in the Phansidewa subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from Phansidewa. Hetmuri Singhijhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thunar Chhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunar Chhat is 306718. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.52 hectares and falls under the 734426 pincode. Bagdogra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Thunar Chhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Thunar Chhat
According to the 2011 Census, Thunar Chhat village had a total population of 319 people, including 141 males and 178 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.95%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 69.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 306.
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 | 319 | 141 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 134 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 27 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Thunar Chhat
Thunar 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 Thunar Chhat
Thunar Chhat 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 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 Bagdogra to Thunar Chhat is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunar Chhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunar Chhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thunar 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 Thunar Chhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thunar Chhat
Where is Thunar Chhat located?
Thunar Chhat village is located in Phansidewa Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thunar Chhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Thunar Chhat is Hetmuri Singhijhora.
What is the pincode of Thunar Chhat?
The pincode of Thunar Chhat is 734426.
What is the population of Thunar Chhat?
Thunar Chhat had a total population of 319, including 141 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Thunar Chhat?
Thunar Chhat had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thunar Chhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunar Chhat was 76.95%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 69.33%.