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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)
As per Census 2011, Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) village has a total population of 861 people, consisting of 447 males and 414 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 632 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 861, including 447 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)?
There are 234 households in Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda).
What is the literacy rate in Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buxa Forest (Panbari Khanda) is 73.40%. Male literacy is 81.21% and female literacy is 64.98%.