Garubhasa - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Garubhasa is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 61.9 km from Pundibari and around 5.2 km from Cooch Behar. Chakchaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garubhasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garubhasa is 308318. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.19 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Kochbihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garubhasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Garubhasa
According to the 2011 Census, Garubhasa village had a total population of 642 people, including 321 males and 321 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 64.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 586.
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 | 642 | 321 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 291 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 244 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 77 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Garubhasa
Garubhasa 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 Garubhasa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garubhasa. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garubhasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kochbihar to Garubhasa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Garubhasa is about 5.2 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garubhasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garubhasa 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 Garubhasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garubhasa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Garubhasa
Where is Garubhasa located?
Garubhasa village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garubhasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Garubhasa is Chakchaka.
What is the pincode of Garubhasa?
The pincode of Garubhasa is 736133.
What is the population of Garubhasa?
Garubhasa had a total population of 642, including 321 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Garubhasa?
Garubhasa had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garubhasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garubhasa was 73.38%. Male literacy was 81.88% and female literacy was 64.58%.