Paschim Madarihat - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Paschim Madarihat is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Madarihat and around 74.1 km from Jalpaiguri . Khayarbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Madarihat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Madarihat is 307101. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.2 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paschim Madarihat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschim Madarihat
As per Census 2011, Paschim Madarihat village has a total population of 1,937 people, consisting of 1,001 males and 936 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Madarihat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,937 | 1,001 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 116 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 149 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 461 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 670 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 331 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Madarihat
Paschim Madarihat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbba Deogaon | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Badaitari | East | 3.16 km |
| Umacharanpur | East | 3.79 km |
| Islamabad | North | 4.07 km |
| Jhar Beltali | South-West | 5.69 km |
| Purba Madarihat | North-East | 5.89 km |
| Pashchim Khayerbari | North | 5.97 km |
| Madhya Rangali Bazar | North | 6.21 km |
| Hedayet Nagar | West | 6.85 km |
| Dakshin Sisubari | North-West | 6.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschim Madarihat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paschim Madarihat. The nearest railway station is Mujnal, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Falakata to Paschim Madarihat is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Paschim Madarihat is about 74.1 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 Paschim Madarihat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Madarihat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paschim Madarihat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Madarihat 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 Paschim Madarihat
Where is Paschim Madarihat located?
Paschim Madarihat village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Madarihat?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Madarihat is Khayarbari.
What is the pincode of Paschim Madarihat?
The pincode of Paschim Madarihat is 735220.
What is the population of Paschim Madarihat?
Paschim Madarihat has a total population of 1,937, including 1,001 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Madarihat?
There are 420 households in Paschim Madarihat.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Madarihat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Madarihat is 60.82%. Male literacy is 66.93% and female literacy is 54.27%.