Purba Phalimari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Purba Phalimari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.5 km from Ghughumari and around 10.3 km from Cooch Behar. Dauaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Phalimari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Phalimari is 308071. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.35 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Purba Phalimari 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 Purba Phalimari
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Phalimari village had a total population of 833 people, including 433 males and 400 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 86.46% and female literacy at 71.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 644.
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 | 833 | 433 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 338 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 332 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 101 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Phalimari
Purba Phalimari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soladanga Dwitia Khanda | East | 1.52 km |
| Ghargharia Dwitia Khanda | West | 1.85 km |
| Soladanga | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Maradanga | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Talliguri | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Bhelakopa Pratham Khanda | East | 3.07 km |
| Panisala | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Bhelakopa Dwitia Khanda | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Dalua Dasgir | North | 3.95 km |
| Kunidanga | West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Phalimari
Purba Phalimari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maradanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.4 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 Purba Phalimari is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Purba Phalimari is about 10.3 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 Purba Phalimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Phalimari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Phalimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Phalimari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Phalimari
Where is Purba Phalimari located?
Purba Phalimari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Phalimari?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Phalimari is Dauaguri.
What is the pincode of Purba Phalimari?
The pincode of Purba Phalimari is 736157.
What is the population of Purba Phalimari?
Purba Phalimari had a total population of 833, including 433 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Purba Phalimari?
Purba Phalimari had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Phalimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Phalimari was 79.35%. Male literacy was 86.46% and female literacy was 71.71%.