Shibpur - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Shibpur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 44.9 km from Ghughumari and around 60.2 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shibpur is 308132. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.95 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shibpur 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 Shibpur
As per Census 2011, Shibpur village has a total population of 1,188 people, consisting of 627 males and 561 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 892 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 627 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 892 | 480 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 409 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 218 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Shibpur
Shibpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Putimari Phuleswari | South | 0.94 km |
| Hardeb Chhedarjhar | East | 1.29 km |
| Chhedarjhar | North | 1.45 km |
| Phuleswari | South | 1.73 km |
| Chotta Salbari | West | 1.96 km |
| Amar Bhasirthana | North | 2.04 km |
| Shalbari | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Putimari Phuleswari | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Paitakapara | East | 2.71 km |
| Bhair Thana | North-West | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shibpur
Shibpur 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 18.3 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 Cooch Behar to Shibpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Shibpur is about 60.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shibpur 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 Shibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shibpur 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 Shibpur
Where is Shibpur located?
Shibpur village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shibpur is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Shibpur?
The pincode of Shibpur is 736146.
What is the population of Shibpur?
Shibpur has a total population of 1,188, including 627 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Shibpur?
There are 284 households in Shibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shibpur is 57.41%. Male literacy is 65.23% and female literacy is 48.66%.