Garochera Bandapani - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Garochera Bandapani is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19 km from Madarihat and around 71.8 km from Jalpaiguri . Bandapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garochera Bandapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garochera Bandapani is 307067. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.06 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gayerkata is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garochera Bandapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garochera Bandapani
According to the 2011 Census, Garochera Bandapani village had a total population of 569 people, including 288 males and 281 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.97%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 55.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 569 | 288 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 179 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 109 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Garochera Bandapani
Garochera Bandapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandapani Tea Garden | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Lankapara Tea Garden | East | 4.73 km |
| Dalmore Tea Garden | South | 5.48 km |
| Ramjhora Tea Garden | South-East | 6.06 km |
| Nepania | North-West | 6.68 km |
| Riti Forest | West | 7.22 km |
| Garganda Tea Garden | South-East | 7.38 km |
| Jaybirpara Tea Garden | South-West | 7.86 km |
| Dumchipara Tea Garden | South-East | 7.90 km |
| Hoasinbad Tea Garden | South | 8.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garochera Bandapani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Garochera Bandapani. The nearest railway station is Dalgaon, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gayerkata to Garochera Bandapani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Garochera Bandapani is about 71.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garochera Bandapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garochera Bandapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garochera Bandapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garochera Bandapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garochera Bandapani
Where is Garochera Bandapani located?
Garochera Bandapani village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garochera Bandapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Garochera Bandapani is Bandapani.
What is the pincode of Garochera Bandapani?
The pincode of Garochera Bandapani is 735220.
What is the population of Garochera Bandapani?
Garochera Bandapani had a total population of 569, including 288 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Garochera Bandapani?
Garochera Bandapani had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garochera Bandapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garochera Bandapani was 63.97%. Male literacy was 73.06% and female literacy was 55.02%.