Khochabari - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Khochabari is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Majhiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khochabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khochabari is 308876. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.11 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Khochabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khochabari
According to the 2011 Census, Khochabari village had a total population of 56 people, including 30 males and 26 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.96%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 52.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Khochabari
Khochabari 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Atharkhai | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Dakshin Atharkhai | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Athiala | South | 1.49 km |
| Paschim Atharikhai | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Choagari | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Uttar Jaypura | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Baigargachh | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Teligachh | East | 2.87 km |
| Uttar Jibhakata | East | 2.98 km |
| Paschim Jibhakata | South-East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khochabari
Khochabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dumdangi, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Khochabari is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Khochabari is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khochabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khochabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khochabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khochabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khochabari
Where is Khochabari located?
Khochabari village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khochabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khochabari is Majhiali.
What is the pincode of Khochabari?
The pincode of Khochabari is 733207.
What is the population of Khochabari?
Khochabari had a total population of 56, including 30 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Khochabari?
Khochabari had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khochabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khochabari was 62.96%. Male literacy was 72.41% and female literacy was 52.00%.