Bara Elajan
Bara Elajan is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 35.1km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 15.9km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Sutkabari is the gram panchayat of Bara Elajan village.
Here you can discover what makes Bara Elajan unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Bara Elajan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bara Elajan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara Elajan is 308169. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736157. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Bara Elajan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Bara Elajan
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Elajan has a total population of about 1,510, with approximately 768 males and 742 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.62%, with male literacy at about 61.07% and female literacy near 52.02%. There are around 365 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara Elajan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,510 | 768 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 108 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 855 | 469 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 299 | 356 |
Connectivity of Bara Elajan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara Elajan. As per the 2011 stats, Bara Elajan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bara Elajan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bara Elajan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara Elajan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bara Elajan
- Where is Bara Elajan located?
- Bara Elajan village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bara Elajan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bara Elajan is Sutkabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bara Elajan?
- The pincode of Bara Elajan is 736157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bara Elajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara Elajan is 1,510, with 768 males and 742 females.
- How many households are there in Bara Elajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bara Elajan village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bara Elajan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara Elajan is 56.62%. The male literacy rate is 61.07%, while the female literacy rate is 52.02%.