Chhut - Matiali, Jalpaiguri
Chhut is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 54.2 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Matiali Hat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhut is 307001. The village falls under the 735223 pincode.
Chhut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Chhut
Chhut 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Indong Tea Garden | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Nagaisuri Tea Garden | West | 1.88 km |
| Matiali Tea Garden | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Chalsa Tea Garden | East | 2.53 km |
| Juranti Tea Garden | West | 3.77 km |
| Aibhil Tea Garden | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Chalauni Tea Garden | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Kilkote Tea Garden | South | 3.97 km |
| Yongttong Tea Garden | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Samsing Tea Garden | North | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhut
Public transport in the Chhut is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalsa Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Jalpaiguri to Chhut is about 54.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhut
Where is Chhut located?
Chhut village is located in Matiali Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhut?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhut is Matiali Hat.
What is the pincode of Chhut?
The pincode of Chhut is 735223.