Panthabari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Panthabari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.6 km from Ghughumari and around 18.4 km from Cooch Behar. Chilkirhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panthabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panthabari is 308159. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.9 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Panthabari 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 Panthabari
According to the 2011 Census, Panthabari village had a total population of 1,032 people, including 559 males and 473 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.03%, with male literacy at 89.52% and female literacy at 75.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344.
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 | 1,032 | 559 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 191 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 427 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 132 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Panthabari
Panthabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aulibari | North-West | 0.73 km |
| Dudder Kuthi | North | 0.96 km |
| Ekmukha | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Cheger Kuthi | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Kursamari | West | 1.92 km |
| Bhogdabri Kesharibari | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Sonakhuli | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Silkhuri Dwitia Khanda | South | 2.46 km |
| Silkhuri Bas | South | 2.91 km |
| Gokuler Kuthi | South-East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panthabari
Panthabari 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 8.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Panthabari is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Panthabari is about 18.4 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 Panthabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panthabari 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 Panthabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panthabari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panthabari
Where is Panthabari located?
Panthabari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panthabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Panthabari is Chilkirhat.
What is the pincode of Panthabari?
The pincode of Panthabari is 736157.
What is the population of Panthabari?
Panthabari had a total population of 1,032, including 559 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Panthabari?
Panthabari had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panthabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panthabari was 83.03%. Male literacy was 89.52% and female literacy was 75.54%.