Brahmatara Salbari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Brahmatara Salbari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 38.8 km from Ghughumari and around 35 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmatara Salbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmatara Salbari is 308143. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.41 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Brahmatara Salbari 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 Brahmatara Salbari
As per Census 2011, Brahmatara Salbari village has a total population of 942 people, consisting of 479 males and 463 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 604 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 879 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmatara Salbari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 479 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 56 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 879 | 445 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 348 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 131 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmatara Salbari
Brahmatara Salbari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sitalbas | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Hatiram Salbari | West | 1.50 km |
| Chhota Naldhondra | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Khari Analdhondra | East | 1.57 km |
| Bara Naldhondra | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Paitakapara | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Brahmattar Garkhola | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Jibramerkuthi | North | 2.64 km |
| Chhota Natabari | South | 2.68 km |
| Bara Natabari | South | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brahmatara Salbari
Brahmatara Salbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.0 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 Cooch Behar to Brahmatara Salbari is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Brahmatara Salbari is about 35 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 Brahmatara Salbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmatara Salbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brahmatara Salbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmatara Salbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brahmatara Salbari
Where is Brahmatara Salbari located?
Brahmatara Salbari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmatara Salbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmatara Salbari is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Brahmatara Salbari?
The pincode of Brahmatara Salbari is 736134.
What is the population of Brahmatara Salbari?
Brahmatara Salbari has a total population of 942, including 479 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Brahmatara Salbari?
There are 203 households in Brahmatara Salbari.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmatara Salbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmatara Salbari is 64.12%. Male literacy is 72.65% and female literacy is 55.29%.