Khairbari Forest - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Khairbari Forest is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Madarihat and around 69 km from Jalpaiguri . Khayarbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairbari Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairbari Forest is 307097. The village covers a total geographical area of 1825.95 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gayerkata is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Khairbari Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairbari Forest
As per Census 2011, Khairbari Forest village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 261 males and 233 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairbari Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 261 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 230 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 170 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 91 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Khairbari Forest
Khairbari 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 Khairbari Forest
Khairbari Forest is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khairbari Forest.
| 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 Khairbari Forest is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Khairbari Forest is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairbari Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairbari Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khairbari 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 Khairbari Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khairbari Forest
Where is Khairbari Forest located?
Khairbari Forest village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairbari Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairbari Forest is Khayarbari.
What is the pincode of Khairbari Forest?
The pincode of Khairbari Forest is 735220.
What is the population of Khairbari Forest?
Khairbari Forest has a total population of 494, including 261 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Khairbari Forest?
There are 98 households in Khairbari Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Khairbari Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairbari Forest is 58.30%. Male literacy is 65.13% and female literacy is 50.64%.