Lankabar - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Lankabar is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.5 km from Ghughumari and around 4.3 km from Cooch Behar. Guriahati-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lankabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lankabar is 308078. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.35 hectares and falls under the 736156 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lankabar 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 Lankabar
According to the 2011 Census, Lankabar village had a total population of 2,137 people, including 1,083 males and 1,054 females, living in 483 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.10%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 82.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,217.
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 | 2,137 | 1,083 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,217 | 626 | 591 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,642 | 863 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 220 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Lankabar
Lankabar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhinaidanga | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Ghoramara | South | 1.39 km |
| Guriahati (ct) | West | 1.63 km |
| Bhojanpur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Dakshin Ambari | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Dakshin Boragari | South | 2.30 km |
| Bhojanpur Katnatipara | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Dauaguri | East | 2.72 km |
| Chakchaka (ct) | North | 2.78 km |
| Harinchaowra | South-West | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lankabar
Lankabar 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 2.3 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Lankabar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Lankabar is about 4.3 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lankabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lankabar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lankabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lankabar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lankabar
Where is Lankabar located?
Lankabar village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lankabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lankabar is Guriahati-i.
What is the pincode of Lankabar?
The pincode of Lankabar is 736156.
What is the population of Lankabar?
Lankabar had a total population of 2,137, including 1,083 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Lankabar?
Lankabar had 483 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lankabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankabar was 86.10%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 82.87%.