Shalbari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Shalbari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23 km from Ghughumari and around 36.2 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shalbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalbari is 308135. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.75 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Coochbehar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shalbari 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 Shalbari
According to the 2011 Census, Shalbari village had a total population of 2,511 people, including 1,269 males and 1,242 females, living in 623 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.94%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 55.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,751, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,511 | 1,269 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 162 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,751 | 881 | 870 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 843 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 426 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Shalbari
Shalbari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmattar Garkhola | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Hatiram Salbari | East | 1.49 km |
| Dakshin Putimari Phuleswari | West | 1.50 km |
| Hardeb Chhedarjhar | North | 1.59 km |
| Phuleswari | West | 1.62 km |
| Paitakapara | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Shibpur | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Sitalbas | East | 2.28 km |
| Natabari | South | 2.65 km |
| Kajalikura | South-West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shalbari
Shalbari 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 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coochbehar to Shalbari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Shalbari is about 36.2 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 Shalbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalbari 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shalbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shalbari
Where is Shalbari located?
Shalbari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Shalbari is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Shalbari?
The pincode of Shalbari is 736146.
What is the population of Shalbari?
Shalbari had a total population of 2,511, including 1,269 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Shalbari?
Shalbari had 623 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalbari was 65.94%. Male literacy was 76.15% and female literacy was 55.59%.