Purbba Chutiakhor - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Purbba Chutiakhor is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Chutiakhore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Chutiakhor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Chutiakhor is 308901. The village covers a total geographical area of 1489.64 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Chutiakhor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Chutiakhor
As per Census 2011, Purbba Chutiakhor village has a total population of 12,220 people, consisting of 6,352 males and 5,868 females. The village has 2,255 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,602 literate and 7,618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Chutiakhor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,220 | 6,352 | 5,868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,398 | 1,244 | 1,154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 378 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,602 | 2,693 | 1,909 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,618 | 3,659 | 3,959 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Chutiakhor
Purbba Chutiakhor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahugachh | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Naogach | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Jogthora | East | 2.84 km |
| Dakshin Besarbari | North | 2.85 km |
| Katgaon | South | 3.02 km |
| Dhiaghar | North | 3.06 km |
| Mahadevpur | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Hulasugachh | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Tetesari | South | 3.32 km |
| Dewanjagir | North-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Chutiakhor
Purbba Chutiakhor 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 28.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Purbba Chutiakhor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Purbba Chutiakhor is about 109 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 Purbba Chutiakhor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Chutiakhor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purbba Chutiakhor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Chutiakhor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Chutiakhor
Where is Purbba Chutiakhor located?
Purbba Chutiakhor village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Chutiakhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Chutiakhor is Chutiakhore.
What is the pincode of Purbba Chutiakhor?
The pincode of Purbba Chutiakhor is 733207.
What is the population of Purbba Chutiakhor?
Purbba Chutiakhor has a total population of 12,220, including 6,352 males and 5,868 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Chutiakhor?
There are 2,255 households in Purbba Chutiakhor.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Chutiakhor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Chutiakhor is 37.66%. Male literacy is 42.40% and female literacy is 32.53%.