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
As per Census 2011, Lankabar village has a total population of 2,137 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,054 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,642 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lankabar are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,137, including 1,083 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Lankabar?
There are 483 households in Lankabar.
What is the literacy rate in Lankabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lankabar is 76.84%. Male literacy is 79.69% and female literacy is 73.91%.