Patpisu - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Patpisu is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from Ghughumari and around 29.1 km from Cooch Behar. Chandamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patpisu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patpisu is 308123. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.71 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Patpisu 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 Patpisu
As per Census 2011, Patpisu village has a total population of 858 people, consisting of 446 males and 412 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 839 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patpisu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | 446 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 434 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 354 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 92 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Patpisu
Patpisu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalisaguri | East | 0.93 km |
| Balagram | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Morangamari | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Andaran Kasaldanga | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Chandamari | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Kachamari | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Hastabud Kasaldanga | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Haldimohan | East | 2.36 km |
| Rajpur | West | 2.68 km |
| Katamari | North | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patpisu
Public transport in the Patpisu 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 13.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Patpisu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Patpisu is about 29.1 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 Patpisu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patpisu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patpisu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patpisu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patpisu
Where is Patpisu located?
Patpisu village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patpisu?
The Gram Panchayat of Patpisu is Chandamari.
What is the pincode of Patpisu?
The pincode of Patpisu is 736157.
What is the population of Patpisu?
Patpisu has a total population of 858, including 446 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Patpisu?
There are 222 households in Patpisu.
What is the literacy rate in Patpisu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patpisu is 73.19%. Male literacy is 79.37% and female literacy is 66.50%.