Bhalka Putimari - Dinhata - I, Cooch Behar

Bhalka Putimari is a village situated in the Dinhata - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from Dinhata and around 24.6 km from Cooch Behar. Matalhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalka Putimari village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalka Putimari is 308519. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.41 hectares and falls under the 736135 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.

Bhalka Putimari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Bhalka Putimari

As per Census 2011, Bhalka Putimari village has a total population of 925 people, consisting of 477 males and 448 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalka Putimari are given below:

Nearby Villages of Bhalka Putimari

Bhalka Putimari 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Bhalka Putimari

Bhalka Putimari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Abutara Halt, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Bhalka Putimari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bhalka Putimari is about 24.6 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 Bhalka Putimari

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalka Putimari village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Bhalka Putimari

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalka Putimari village are given below:

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