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.

Chhatoa 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 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.

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Population of Chhatoa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Chhatoa village is around 1,599, including approximately 826 males and 773 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 189 children aged 0–6 years in Chhatoa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhatoa village has 749 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhatoa village is about 62.35%, with male literacy at 69.49% and female literacy at 54.72%.
  • There are around 374 households in Chhatoa village.

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)
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.

Bhuchungmari Dhopguri Bhelapeta Airani Chitalia Amlaguri Amlaguri Dwitia Khanda Moamari Jaigir Chilakhana Bajejama Chilakhana Dwitia Khanda Bilsi Dwitia Khanda Genduguri

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%.