Chhota Elajan
Chhota Elajan is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 33.4km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 16.9km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Sutkabari is the gram panchayat of Chhota Elajan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhota Elajan unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Chhota 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 Chhota Elajan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhota Elajan is 308168. The village spans a total geographical area of 23.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736157. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Chhota Elajan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Chhota Elajan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Elajan has a total population of about 470, with approximately 238 males and 232 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.70%, with male literacy at about 80.67% and female literacy near 62.50%. There are around 111 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhota Elajan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 22 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 337 | 192 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 46 | 87 |
Connectivity of Chhota Elajan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhota Elajan. As per the 2011 stats, Chhota 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 Chhota Elajan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhota Elajan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhota Elajan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhota Elajan
- Where is Chhota Elajan located?
- Chhota Elajan village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Elajan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhota 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 Chhota Elajan?
- The pincode of Chhota Elajan is 736157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhota Elajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhota Elajan is 470, with 238 males and 232 females.
- How many households are there in Chhota Elajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhota Elajan village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhota Elajan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhota Elajan is 71.70%. The male literacy rate is 80.67%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.