Ghoramara - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Ghoramara is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 36.6 km from Ghughumari and around 8.8 km from Cooch Behar. Panisala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoramara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoramara is 308193. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.33 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ghoramara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoramara
According to the 2011 Census, Ghoramara village had a total population of 1,789 people, including 924 males and 865 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.49%, with male literacy at 81.66% and female literacy at 68.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276.
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 | 1,789 | 924 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 650 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 274 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoramara
Ghoramara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Boragari | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Bhojanpur | East | 1.33 km |
| Lankabar | North | 1.39 km |
| Bhojanpur Katnatipara | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Dhaliabari (ct) | South | 1.72 km |
| Dakshin Ambari | East | 1.90 km |
| Guriahati (ct) | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Kalakata | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Harinchaowra | West | 2.22 km |
| Jhinaidanga | North-East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoramara
Ghoramara 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 3.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Ghoramara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoramara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoramara 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 Ghoramara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoramara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghoramara
Where is Ghoramara located?
Ghoramara village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoramara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoramara is Panisala.
What is the pincode of Ghoramara?
The pincode of Ghoramara is 736134.
What is the population of Ghoramara?
Ghoramara had a total population of 1,789, including 924 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Ghoramara?
Ghoramara had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoramara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoramara was 75.49%. Male literacy was 81.66% and female literacy was 68.77%.