Bara Garol Jhora - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Bara Garol Jhora is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from Sahebganj and around 37.7 km from Cooch Behar. Nijirhat-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Garol Jhora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Garol Jhora is 308605. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.7 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bara Garol Jhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dinhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Garol Jhora
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Garol Jhora village had a total population of 1,228 people, including 634 males and 594 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 78.39% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 658.
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 | 1,228 | 634 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 344 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 439 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 195 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Garol Jhora
Bara Garol Jhora 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 Bara Garol Jhora
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bara Garol Jhora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Bara Garol Jhora is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bara Garol Jhora is about 37.7 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 Bara Garol Jhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Garol Jhora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Garol Jhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Garol Jhora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara Garol Jhora
Where is Bara Garol Jhora located?
Bara Garol Jhora village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Garol Jhora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Garol Jhora is Nijirhat-ii.
What is the pincode of Bara Garol Jhora?
The pincode of Bara Garol Jhora is 736134.
What is the population of Bara Garol Jhora?
Bara Garol Jhora had a total population of 1,228, including 634 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Bara Garol Jhora?
Bara Garol Jhora had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Garol Jhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Garol Jhora was 70.86%. Male literacy was 78.39% and female literacy was 62.65%.