Jambari - Dinhata - I, Cooch Behar
Jambari is a village situated in the Dinhata - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Dinhata and around 33.8 km from Cooch Behar. Gosanimari-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambari is 308463. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.49 hectares and falls under the 736145 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jambari 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 Jambari
As per Census 2011, Jambari village has a total population of 3,919 people, consisting of 2,048 males and 1,871 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,532 literate and 1,387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,700 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,919 | 2,048 | 1,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 223 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,700 | 1,412 | 1,288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,532 | 1,433 | 1,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,387 | 615 | 772 |
Nearby Villages of Jambari
Jambari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamtapur | North | 1.59 km |
| Bhitar Kamata | East | 2.06 km |
| Khalisa Gosanimari | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Sagardighi | South | 2.31 km |
| Bara Adabari | West | 2.32 km |
| Kaliganj | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Silduar | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Uttar Singimari | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Kismat Adabari | West | 3.26 km |
| Binani | North | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jambari
Jambari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Abutara Halt, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Jambari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Jambari is about 33.8 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 Jambari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jambari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jambari
Where is Jambari located?
Jambari village is located in Dinhata - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambari?
The Gram Panchayat of Jambari is Gosanimari-i.
What is the pincode of Jambari?
The pincode of Jambari is 736145.
What is the population of Jambari?
Jambari has a total population of 3,919, including 2,048 males and 1,871 females.
How many households are there in Jambari?
There are 896 households in Jambari.
What is the literacy rate in Jambari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambari is 64.61%. Male literacy is 69.97% and female literacy is 58.74%.