Chhatoa
Chhatoa is a village located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.8km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 13.1km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Maruganj is the gram panchayat of Chhatoa village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhatoa unique in its vibrant Tufanganj I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Chhatoa’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 Chhatoa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhatoa is 308354. The village spans a total geographical area of 357.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736160. Tufanganj is nearest town to Chhatoa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chhatoa 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 Natabari 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.
Google Map of Chhatoa
Population of Chhatoa
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatoa has a total population of about 1,599, with approximately 826 males and 773 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 749 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 62.35%, with male literacy at about 69.49% and female literacy near 54.72%. There are around 374 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhatoa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,599 | 826 | 773 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 93 | 96 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 395 | 354 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 997 | 574 | 423 |
Illiterate Population | 602 | 252 | 350 |
Connectivity of Chhatoa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhatoa. As per the 2011 stats, Chhatoa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhatoa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhatoa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhatoa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhatoa
- Where is Chhatoa located?
- Chhatoa village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhatoa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhatoa is Maruganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhatoa?
- The pincode of Chhatoa is 736160, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhatoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhatoa is 1,599, with 826 males and 773 females.
- How many households are there in Chhatoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhatoa village has a total of 374 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhatoa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhatoa is 62.35%. The male literacy rate is 69.49%, while the female literacy rate is 54.72%.