Brahmattar Garkhola - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Brahmattar Garkhola is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.3 km from Ghughumari and around 36.6 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmattar Garkhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmattar Garkhola is 308141. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.45 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Brahmattar Garkhola 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 Brahmattar Garkhola
As per Census 2011, Brahmattar Garkhola village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 372 males and 321 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmattar Garkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 372 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 302 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 229 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 143 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmattar Garkhola
Brahmattar Garkhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatiram Salbari | North | 1.23 km |
| Sitalbas | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Shalbari | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Bara Natabari | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Natabari | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Brahmatara Salbari | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Paitakapara | North | 2.37 km |
| Chhota Natabari | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Phuleswari | West | 2.70 km |
| Chhota Naldhondra | East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brahmattar Garkhola
Brahmattar Garkhola 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 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Brahmattar Garkhola is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Brahmattar Garkhola is about 36.6 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 Brahmattar Garkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmattar Garkhola 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 Brahmattar Garkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmattar Garkhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brahmattar Garkhola
Where is Brahmattar Garkhola located?
Brahmattar Garkhola village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmattar Garkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmattar Garkhola is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Brahmattar Garkhola?
The pincode of Brahmattar Garkhola is 736146.
What is the population of Brahmattar Garkhola?
Brahmattar Garkhola has a total population of 693, including 372 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Brahmattar Garkhola?
There are 171 households in Brahmattar Garkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmattar Garkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmattar Garkhola is 54.83%. Male literacy is 61.56% and female literacy is 47.04%.