Sitalbas - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Sitalbas is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.3 km from Ghughumari and around 36.2 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalbas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalbas is 308142. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.37 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Sitalbas 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 Sitalbas
As per Census 2011, Sitalbas village has a total population of 2,157 people, consisting of 1,112 males and 1,045 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,177 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalbas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,157 | 1,112 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 165 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 413 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 669 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 443 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalbas
Sitalbas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmatara Salbari | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Hatiram Salbari | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Brahmattar Garkhola | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Chhota Naldhondra | East | 1.68 km |
| Bara Natabari | South | 1.83 km |
| Chhota Natabari | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Paitakapara | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Shalbari | West | 2.28 km |
| Khari Analdhondra | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Binani | South-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitalbas
Sitalbas 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 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sitalbas is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Sitalbas 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 Sitalbas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalbas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalbas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalbas 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sitalbas
Where is Sitalbas located?
Sitalbas village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalbas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalbas is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Sitalbas?
The pincode of Sitalbas is 736146.
What is the population of Sitalbas?
Sitalbas has a total population of 2,157, including 1,112 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Sitalbas?
There are 498 households in Sitalbas.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalbas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalbas is 54.57%. Male literacy is 60.16% and female literacy is 48.61%.