Pakhihaga

Pakhihaga is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 25.7km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Matalhat is the gram panchayat of Pakhihaga village.

Pakhihaga has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pakhihaga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakhihaga is 308482. The village spans a total geographical area of 464.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736167. Dinhata is nearest town to Pakhihaga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pakhihaga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pakhihaga

Below is a concise population overview of Pakhihaga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,920 1,508 1,412
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 316 175 141
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,749 917 832
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,913 1,065 848
Illiterate Population 1,007 443 564

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pakhihaga village:

  • The total population of Pakhihaga village is around 2,920, including approximately 1,508 males and 1,412 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Pakhihaga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakhihaga village has 1,749 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pakhihaga village is about 65.51%, with male literacy at 70.62% and female literacy at 60.06%.
  • There are around 729 households in Pakhihaga village.

Connectivity of Pakhihaga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakhihaga. As per the 2011 stats, Pakhihaga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pakhihaga

Knowing the nearby villages of Pakhihaga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakhihaga.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pakhihaga

Where is Pakhihaga located?
Pakhihaga village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakhihaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakhihaga is Matalhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pakhihaga?
The pincode of Pakhihaga is 736167, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pakhihaga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakhihaga is 2,920, with 1,508 males and 1,412 females.
How many households are there in Pakhihaga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pakhihaga village has a total of 729 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakhihaga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakhihaga is 65.51%. The male literacy rate is 70.62%, while the female literacy rate is 60.06%.