Hari Bhanga - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Hari Bhanga is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 34.2 km from Ghughumari and around 15 km from Cooch Behar. Haribhanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hari Bhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hari Bhanga is 308177. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.32 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hari Bhanga 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 Hari Bhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Hari Bhanga village had a total population of 6,736 people, including 3,440 males and 3,296 females, living in 1,613 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.50%, with male literacy at 80.32% and female literacy at 68.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,752, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 6,736 | 3,440 | 3,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 893 | 468 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,752 | 1,383 | 1,369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,353 | 2,387 | 1,966 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,383 | 1,053 | 1,330 |
Nearby Villages of Hari Bhanga
Hari Bhanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakkati | East | 1.71 km |
| Jongra | South | 1.83 km |
| Bara Nalangibari | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Bara Elajan | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Dayaler Chhara | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Rasidanga Pratham Khanda | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Kharija Bora Danga | South | 2.81 km |
| Sialdaha Pratham Khanda | West | 2.85 km |
| Sialdaha Dwitia Khanda | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Sakdal | South-East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hari Bhanga
Hari Bhanga 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 New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.7 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 Cooch Behar to Hari Bhanga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Hari Bhanga is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hari Bhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hari Bhanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hari Bhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hari Bhanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hari Bhanga
Where is Hari Bhanga located?
Hari Bhanga village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hari Bhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Hari Bhanga is Haribhanga.
What is the pincode of Hari Bhanga?
The pincode of Hari Bhanga is 736134.
What is the population of Hari Bhanga?
Hari Bhanga had a total population of 6,736, including 3,440 males and 3,296 females.
How many households are there in Hari Bhanga?
Hari Bhanga had 1,613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hari Bhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hari Bhanga was 74.50%. Male literacy was 80.32% and female literacy was 68.48%.