Paschim Haribhanga - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Paschim Haribhanga is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.6 km from Ghughumari and around 27.4 km from Cooch Behar. Falmari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Haribhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Haribhanga is 308112. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.97 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Paschim Haribhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Paschim Haribhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Paschim Haribhanga village had a total population of 1,744 people, including 908 males and 836 females, living in 429 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.95%, with male literacy at 83.29% and female literacy at 63.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,237.
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 | 1,744 | 908 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,237 | 636 | 601 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 653 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 255 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Haribhanga
Paschim Haribhanga 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 Paschim Haribhanga
Public transport in the Paschim Haribhanga is mainly available through shared van 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 Mathabhanga to Paschim Haribhanga is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Paschim Haribhanga is about 27.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Haribhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Haribhanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paschim Haribhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Haribhanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paschim Haribhanga
Where is Paschim Haribhanga located?
Paschim Haribhanga village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paschim Haribhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Haribhanga is Falmari.
What is the pincode of Paschim Haribhanga?
The pincode of Paschim Haribhanga is 736134.
What is the population of Paschim Haribhanga?
Paschim Haribhanga had a total population of 1,744, including 908 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Haribhanga?
Paschim Haribhanga had 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Haribhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Haribhanga was 73.95%. Male literacy was 83.29% and female literacy was 63.74%.