Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 55.7 km from Hamiltanganj and around 116 km from Jalpaiguri . Rajabhatkhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is 307146. The village covers a total geographical area of 6111.18 hectares and falls under the 735227 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)
According to the 2011 Census, Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) village had a total population of 861 people, including 447 males and 414 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.40%, with male literacy at 89.63% and female literacy at 74.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 861 | 447 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 363 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 84 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)
Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) 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 Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)
Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is about 116 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 Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)
Where is Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) located?
Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is Rajabhatkhawa.
What is the pincode of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)?
The pincode of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is 735227.
What is the population of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)?
Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) had a total population of 861, including 447 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)?
Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) was 82.40%. Male literacy was 89.63% and female literacy was 74.31%.