Silkhuri Bas - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Silkhuri Bas is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.6 km from Ghughumari and around 19.6 km from Cooch Behar. Chilkirhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silkhuri Bas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silkhuri Bas is 308163. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.9 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Silkhuri Bas 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 Silkhuri Bas
As per Census 2011, Silkhuri Bas village has a total population of 2,175 people, consisting of 1,088 males and 1,087 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,400 literate and 775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silkhuri Bas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,175 | 1,088 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 140 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,436 | 701 | 735 |
| Literate Population | 1,400 | 773 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 315 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Silkhuri Bas
Silkhuri Bas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonakhuli | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Silkhuri Pratham Khanda | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Cheger Kuthi | North | 1.69 km |
| Silkhuri Dwitia Khanda | West | 1.78 km |
| Rasidanga Pratham Khanda | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Gokuler Kuthi | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Bara Elajan | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Ekmukha | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Sialdaha Pratham Khanda | South | 2.68 km |
| Panthabari | North | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silkhuri Bas
Silkhuri Bas 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 9.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Silkhuri Bas is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Silkhuri Bas is about 19.6 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 Silkhuri Bas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silkhuri Bas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silkhuri Bas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silkhuri Bas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Silkhuri Bas
Where is Silkhuri Bas located?
Silkhuri Bas village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silkhuri Bas?
The Gram Panchayat of Silkhuri Bas is Chilkirhat.
What is the pincode of Silkhuri Bas?
The pincode of Silkhuri Bas is 736157.
What is the population of Silkhuri Bas?
Silkhuri Bas has a total population of 2,175, including 1,088 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Silkhuri Bas?
There are 515 households in Silkhuri Bas.
What is the literacy rate in Silkhuri Bas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silkhuri Bas is 64.37%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 57.68%.