Bhutri Forest - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Bhutri Forest is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from Hamiltanganj and around 106 km from Jalpaiguri . Chuapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhutri Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhutri Forest is 307132. The village covers a total geographical area of 1507.5 hectares and falls under the 735227 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhutri Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhutri Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Bhutri Forest village had a total population of 223 people, including 124 males and 99 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 798 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.51%, with male literacy at 84.40% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 223 | 124 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 92 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 32 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bhutri Forest
Bhutri Forest 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 Bhutri Forest
Public transport in the Bhutri Forest is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhutri Forest.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Alipurduar to Bhutri Forest is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Bhutri Forest is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhutri Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhutri Forest 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhutri Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhutri Forest 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 Bhutri Forest
Where is Bhutri Forest located?
Bhutri Forest village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhutri Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhutri Forest is Chuapara.
What is the pincode of Bhutri Forest?
The pincode of Bhutri Forest is 735227.
What is the population of Bhutri Forest?
Bhutri Forest had a total population of 223, including 124 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Bhutri Forest?
Bhutri Forest had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhutri Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhutri Forest was 74.51%. Male literacy was 84.40% and female literacy was 63.16%.