Kalabarighat - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Kalabarighat is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.4 km from Ghughumari and around 13.5 km from Cooch Behar. Sutkabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalabarighat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalabarighat is 308091. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.11 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalabarighat 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 Kalabarighat
According to the 2011 Census, Kalabarighat village had a total population of 4,361 people, including 2,274 males and 2,087 females, living in 931 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 76.06% and female literacy at 67.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646.
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 | 4,361 | 2,274 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 620 | 311 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 335 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,691 | 1,493 | 1,198 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,670 | 781 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Kalabarighat
Kalabarighat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandisal | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Dudher Kuthidewanbas | West | 1.61 km |
| Chhat Gokuler Kuthi | South | 2.11 km |
| Bara Atharakotha | North | 2.20 km |
| Bheladanga | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Dudder Kuthi | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Karisal | North | 2.81 km |
| Charaker Kuthi | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Panthabari | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Ghughumari | East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalabarighat
Kalabarighat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Kalabarighat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kalabarighat is about 13.5 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 Kalabarighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalabarighat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kalabarighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalabarighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalabarighat
Where is Kalabarighat located?
Kalabarighat village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalabarighat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalabarighat is Sutkabari.
What is the pincode of Kalabarighat?
The pincode of Kalabarighat is 736170.
What is the population of Kalabarighat?
Kalabarighat had a total population of 4,361, including 2,274 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Kalabarighat?
Kalabarighat had 931 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalabarighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalabarighat was 71.93%. Male literacy was 76.06% and female literacy was 67.38%.