Pestharjhar
Pestharjhar is a village located in Cooch Behar Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 57.8km away from sub-district headquarter Pundibari (tehsildar office) and 4.9km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Dhangdhinguri is the gram panchayat of Pestharjhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Pestharjhar unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar Ii-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Pestharjhar’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 Pestharjhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pestharjhar is 308315. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736156. Kochbihar is nearest town to Pestharjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Pestharjhar
Population of Pestharjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Pestharjhar has a total population of about 5,536, with approximately 2,848 males and 2,688 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 628 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,774 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 70.12%, with male literacy at about 75.25% and female literacy near 64.69%. There are around 1,269 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pestharjhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,536 | 2,848 | 2,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 628 | 316 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,774 | 1,933 | 1,841 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,882 | 2,143 | 1,739 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,654 | 705 | 949 |
Connectivity of Pestharjhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pestharjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Pestharjhar 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Pestharjhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pestharjhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pestharjhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pestharjhar
- Where is Pestharjhar located?
- Pestharjhar village is situated in Cooch Behar Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pestharjhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pestharjhar is Dhangdhinguri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pestharjhar?
- The pincode of Pestharjhar is 736156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pestharjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pestharjhar is 5,536, with 2,848 males and 2,688 females.
- How many households are there in Pestharjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pestharjhar village has a total of 1,269 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pestharjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pestharjhar is 70.12%. The male literacy rate is 75.25%, while the female literacy rate is 64.69%.