Chhota Dopaharu - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Chhota Dopaharu is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Ghirnigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Dopaharu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Dopaharu is 308937. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.35 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chhota Dopaharu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Dopaharu
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Dopaharu village had a total population of 921 people, including 488 males and 433 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.27%, with male literacy at 63.80% and female literacy at 43.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 | 488 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 245 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 243 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Dopaharu
Chhota Dopaharu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Dopaharu
Chhota Dopaharu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Chhota Dopaharu is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Chhota Dopaharu is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Dopaharu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Dopaharu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota Dopaharu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Dopaharu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhota Dopaharu
Where is Chhota Dopaharu located?
Chhota Dopaharu village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Dopaharu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Dopaharu is Ghirnigaon.
What is the pincode of Chhota Dopaharu?
The pincode of Chhota Dopaharu is 733207.
What is the population of Chhota Dopaharu?
Chhota Dopaharu had a total population of 921, including 488 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Dopaharu?
Chhota Dopaharu had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Dopaharu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Dopaharu was 54.27%. Male literacy was 63.80% and female literacy was 43.57%.