Holapara Forest - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Holapara Forest is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.8 km from Madarihat and around 85.4 km from Jalpaiguri . Totopara Ballalguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holapara Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holapara Forest is 307089. The village covers a total geographical area of 1357.5 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Holapara Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Holapara Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Holapara Forest village had a total population of 617 people, including 309 males and 308 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.06%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 56.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 377.
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 | 617 | 309 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 184 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 214 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 95 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Holapara Forest
Holapara Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Barajhar Forest | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Hantupara Tea Garden | West | 4.36 km |
| Uttar Khairbari | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Purba Khairbari | South | 4.59 km |
| Titi Forest | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | East | 4.81 km |
| Malangi Tea Garden | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Madhya Khairbari | South-West | 6.33 km |
| Garganda Tea Garden | West | 6.53 km |
| Dalsingpara Tea Garden | North-East | 7.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holapara Forest
Holapara Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hasimara, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Falakata to Holapara Forest is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Holapara Forest is about 85.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holapara Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holapara Forest 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Holapara 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 Holapara Forest 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Holapara Forest
Where is Holapara Forest located?
Holapara Forest village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holapara Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Holapara Forest is Totopara Ballalguri.
What is the pincode of Holapara Forest?
The pincode of Holapara Forest is 735220.
What is the population of Holapara Forest?
Holapara Forest had a total population of 617, including 309 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Holapara Forest?
Holapara Forest had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holapara Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holapara Forest was 68.06%. Male literacy was 79.55% and female literacy was 56.03%.