Malerjhar - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Malerjhar is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.9 km from Ghughumari and around 13.3 km from Cooch Behar. Sutkabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malerjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malerjhar is 308083. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.12 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Malerjhar 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 Malerjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Malerjhar village had a total population of 121 people, including 60 males and 61 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 74.51% and female literacy at 79.25%.
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 | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Malerjhar
Malerjhar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malerjhar
Malerjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Malerjhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Malerjhar is about 13.3 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 Malerjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malerjhar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malerjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malerjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malerjhar
Where is Malerjhar located?
Malerjhar village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malerjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Malerjhar is Sutkabari.
What is the pincode of Malerjhar?
The pincode of Malerjhar is 736170.
What is the population of Malerjhar?
Malerjhar had a total population of 121, including 60 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Malerjhar?
Malerjhar had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malerjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malerjhar was 76.92%. Male literacy was 74.51% and female literacy was 79.25%.