Charchura Bhandar - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Charchura Bhandar is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 26.9 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Churabhandar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charchura Bhandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charchura Bhandar is 307585. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Maynaguri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Charchura Bhandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charchura Bhandar
As per Census 2011, Charchura Bhandar village has a total population of 4,311 people, consisting of 2,207 males and 2,104 females. The village has 979 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,445 literate and 1,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,807 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charchura Bhandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,311 | 2,207 | 2,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 266 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,807 | 1,950 | 1,857 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,445 | 1,361 | 1,084 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,866 | 846 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Charchura Bhandar
Charchura Bhandar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhangarhat | West | 2.36 km |
| Mainatali | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Paschim Mallikpara | North | 2.71 km |
| Hasludanga | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Dakshin Altagram | East | 3.17 km |
| Jakhaikona | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Chura Bhandar | West | 4.33 km |
| Purbba Dehar | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Ratherhat | West | 4.48 km |
| Kursamari | North-West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charchura Bhandar
Charchura Bhandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Altagram, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maynaguri to Charchura Bhandar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Charchura Bhandar is about 26.9 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 Charchura Bhandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charchura Bhandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charchura Bhandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charchura Bhandar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charchura Bhandar
Where is Charchura Bhandar located?
Charchura Bhandar village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charchura Bhandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Charchura Bhandar is Churabhandar.
What is the pincode of Charchura Bhandar?
The pincode of Charchura Bhandar is 735224.
What is the population of Charchura Bhandar?
Charchura Bhandar has a total population of 4,311, including 2,207 males and 2,104 females.
How many households are there in Charchura Bhandar?
There are 979 households in Charchura Bhandar.
What is the literacy rate in Charchura Bhandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charchura Bhandar is 56.72%. Male literacy is 61.67% and female literacy is 51.52%.