Bairati - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Bairati is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.4 km from Ghughumari and around 29.7 km from Cooch Behar. Chandamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairati is 308126. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.12 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathbhanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bairati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cooch behar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairati
As per Census 2011, Bairati village has a total population of 1,441 people, consisting of 740 males and 701 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 933 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,441 | 740 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,343 | 689 | 654 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 532 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 208 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Bairati
Bairati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagarjhuli Bhasirthana | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Bhogdabri | West | 1.72 km |
| Rajpur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Amar Bhasirthana | South | 2.16 km |
| Chhedarjhar | South | 2.77 km |
| Putimari Phuleswari | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Chandamari | East | 3.00 km |
| Andaran Kasaldanga | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Bhair Thana | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Maghpala | North | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairati
Bairati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghoksadanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathbhanga to Bairati is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bairati is about 29.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairati 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bairati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairati 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bairati
Where is Bairati located?
Bairati village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairati?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairati is Chandamari.
What is the pincode of Bairati?
The pincode of Bairati is 736157.
What is the population of Bairati?
Bairati has a total population of 1,441, including 740 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Bairati?
There are 318 households in Bairati.
What is the literacy rate in Bairati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairati is 64.75%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 57.20%.