Bamunia Purba - Mathabhanga - I, Cooch Behar
Bamunia Purba is a village situated in the Mathabhanga - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.7 km from Mathabhanga and around 61.9 km from Cooch Behar. Nayarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamunia Purba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamunia Purba is 307903. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.22 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bamunia Purba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitalkuchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamunia Purba
According to the 2011 Census, Bamunia Purba village had a total population of 2,618 people, including 1,358 males and 1,260 females, living in 621 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 67.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,120.
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 | 2,618 | 1,358 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 199 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,120 | 587 | 533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,666 | 944 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 414 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Bamunia Purba
Bamunia Purba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Simulguri | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Debottar Panigram | South | 1.87 km |
| Panigram | East | 1.88 km |
| Upanirpar | West | 1.97 km |
| Bamunia Paschim | West | 2.01 km |
| Chhota Kesharibari | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Chengarkhata Khagribari | South | 2.78 km |
| Kher Bhander | North | 2.86 km |
| Kharija Kesharibari | North | 3.28 km |
| Chhat Khagribari | South-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamunia Purba
Bamunia Purba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salbari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Bamunia Purba is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bamunia Purba is about 61.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamunia Purba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamunia Purba 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 Bamunia Purba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamunia Purba 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bamunia Purba
Where is Bamunia Purba located?
Bamunia Purba village is located in Mathabhanga - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamunia Purba?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamunia Purba is Nayarhat.
What is the pincode of Bamunia Purba?
The pincode of Bamunia Purba is 736146.
What is the population of Bamunia Purba?
Bamunia Purba had a total population of 2,618, including 1,358 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Bamunia Purba?
Bamunia Purba had 621 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamunia Purba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamunia Purba was 74.61%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 67.23%.