Chikanmati - Kranti, Jalpaiguri

Chikanmati is a village situated in the Kranti subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 37.1 km from Malbazar and around 28.9 km from Jalpaiguri . Jkranti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikanmati village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikanmati is 306963. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.96 hectares and falls under the 735218 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.

Chikanmati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalpaiguri Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Chikanmati

According to the 2011 Census, Chikanmati village had a total population of 962 people, including 475 males and 487 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.84%, with male literacy at 67.80% and female literacy at 58.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 525, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Chikanmati

Chikanmati is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Chikanmati

Chikanmati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is New Domohani, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal to Chikanmati is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Chikanmati is about 28.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Chikanmati

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikanmati village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Chikanmati

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikanmati village are given below:

FAQs about Chikanmati