Garokhuta - Alipurduar - II, Alipurduar
Garokhuta is a village situated in the Alipurduar - II subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.2 km from Josodanga and around 115 km from Jalpaiguri . Shamuktala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garokhuta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garokhuta is 307311. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.4 hectares and falls under the 736206 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Garokhuta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Garokhuta
As per Census 2011, Garokhuta village has a total population of 1,227 people, consisting of 626 males and 601 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garokhuta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 626 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,160 | 600 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 297 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 329 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Garokhuta
Garokhuta 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 Garokhuta
Garokhuta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Garokhuta is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Garokhuta is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garokhuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garokhuta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garokhuta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garokhuta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garokhuta
Where is Garokhuta located?
Garokhuta village is located in Alipurduar - II Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garokhuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Garokhuta is Shamuktala.
What is the pincode of Garokhuta?
The pincode of Garokhuta is 736206.
What is the population of Garokhuta?
Garokhuta has a total population of 1,227, including 626 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Garokhuta?
There are 270 households in Garokhuta.
What is the literacy rate in Garokhuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garokhuta is 43.28%. Male literacy is 47.44% and female literacy is 38.94%.