Purba Madarihat - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Purba Madarihat is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from Madarihat and around 77.6 km from Jalpaiguri . Khayarbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Madarihat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Madarihat is 307103. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.1 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Purba Madarihat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Madarihat
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Madarihat village had a total population of 2,042 people, including 1,048 males and 994 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.96%, with male literacy at 77.56% and female literacy at 66.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 2,042 | 1,048 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 121 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,217 | 624 | 593 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 178 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 1,296 | 719 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 329 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Madarihat
Purba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umacharanpur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Uttar Madarihat (ct) | North | 4.24 km |
| Badaitari | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Islamabad | West | 5.55 km |
| Paschim Madarihat | South-West | 5.89 km |
| Pashchim Khayerbari | North-West | 6.03 km |
| Madhya Khairbari | North | 6.53 km |
| Purba Khairbari | North | 6.85 km |
| Purbba Deogaon | West | 6.86 km |
| Uttar Rangali Baznar | North-West | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Madarihat
Purba Madarihat 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 Madarihat, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purba Madarihat is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Purba Madarihat is about 77.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Madarihat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Madarihat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba 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 Purba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Madarihat
Where is Purba Madarihat located?
Purba Madarihat village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Madarihat?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Madarihat is Khayarbari.
What is the pincode of Purba Madarihat?
The pincode of Purba Madarihat is 735220.
What is the population of Purba Madarihat?
Purba Madarihat had a total population of 2,042, including 1,048 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Purba Madarihat?
Purba Madarihat had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Madarihat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Madarihat was 71.96%. Male literacy was 77.56% and female literacy was 66.02%.