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
According to the 2011 Census, Sitalbas village had a total population of 2,157 people, including 1,112 males and 1,045 females, living in 498 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.04%, with male literacy at 70.64% and female literacy at 55.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 806, 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 | 2,157 | 1,112 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 165 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 413 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,157, including 1,112 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Sitalbas?
Sitalbas had 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalbas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalbas was 63.04%. Male literacy was 70.64% and female literacy was 55.22%.