Borakhata - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Borakhata is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 55 km from Pundibari and around 13.5 km from Cooch Behar. Baneswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borakhata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borakhata is 308245. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.22 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Borakhata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Borakhata
According to the 2011 Census, Borakhata village had a total population of 560 people, including 284 males and 276 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.34%, with male literacy at 89.69% and female literacy at 78.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 560 | 284 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 235 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 49 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Borakhata
Borakhata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Borakhata
Borakhata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Borakhata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Borakhata is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Borakhata is about 13.5 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 Borakhata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borakhata 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 Borakhata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borakhata 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 Borakhata
Where is Borakhata located?
Borakhata village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borakhata?
The Gram Panchayat of Borakhata is Baneswar.
What is the pincode of Borakhata?
The pincode of Borakhata is 736133.
What is the population of Borakhata?
Borakhata had a total population of 560, including 284 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Borakhata?
Borakhata had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borakhata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borakhata was 84.34%. Male literacy was 89.69% and female literacy was 78.71%.