Photamari - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Photamari is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Majhiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Photamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Photamari is 308894. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.38 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Photamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Photamari
According to the 2011 Census, Photamari village had a total population of 529 people, including 292 males and 237 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 812 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.08%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 61.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 529 | 292 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 182 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 110 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Photamari
Photamari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naogach | East | 1.08 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Dakshin Ariagaon | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Paschim Andharijhari | North | 2.04 km |
| Dakshin Besarbari | East | 2.50 km |
| Uttar Dhamorgachh | West | 2.73 km |
| Chhota Ariangaon | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Majhiali | North | 3.12 km |
| Paschim Chutiakhor | South | 3.32 km |
| Purbba Chutiakhor | South-East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Photamari
Photamari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tin Mile Hat, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Photamari is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Photamari is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Photamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Photamari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Photamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Photamari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Photamari
Where is Photamari located?
Photamari village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Photamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Photamari is Majhiali.
What is the pincode of Photamari?
The pincode of Photamari is 733207.
What is the population of Photamari?
Photamari had a total population of 529, including 292 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Photamari?
Photamari had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Photamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Photamari was 71.08%. Male literacy was 79.13% and female literacy was 61.08%.