Okhra Chandpara - Ratua - I, Malda

Okhra Chandpara is a village situated in the Ratua - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.6 km from Ratua and around 34.7 km from English Bazar. Chandmoni-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Okhra Chandpara village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Okhra Chandpara is 312401. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.35 hectares and falls under the 732139 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.

Okhra Chandpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.

Population of Okhra Chandpara

According to the 2011 Census, Okhra Chandpara village had a total population of 5,196 people, including 2,637 males and 2,559 females, living in 1,034 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.36%, with male literacy at 60.07% and female literacy at 60.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Okhra Chandpara

Okhra Chandpara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Okhra Chandpara

Okhra Chandpara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sripur Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Okhra Chandpara is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Okhra Chandpara is about 34.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Okhra Chandpara

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okhra Chandpara village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Okhra Chandpara

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okhra Chandpara village are given below:

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