Debottar Panigram - Mathabhanga - I, Cooch Behar
Debottar Panigram is a village situated in the Mathabhanga - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from Mathabhanga and around 62.8 km from Cooch Behar. Nayarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Debottar Panigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Debottar Panigram is 307905. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.9 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Debottar Panigram 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 Debottar Panigram
As per Census 2011, Debottar Panigram village has a total population of 2,053 people, consisting of 1,053 males and 1,000 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Debottar Panigram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,053 | 1,053 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 146 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,486 | 742 | 744 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 756 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 297 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Debottar Panigram
Debottar Panigram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chengarkhata Khagribari | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Simulguri | West | 1.55 km |
| Bamunia Purba | North | 1.87 km |
| Putimari | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Panigram | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Upanirpar | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Jamirdanga | South | 2.94 km |
| Chengar Khata | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Genduguri | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Pakhihaga | East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Debottar Panigram
Debottar Panigram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gumani Hat, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Debottar Panigram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Debottar Panigram is about 62.8 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 Debottar Panigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Debottar Panigram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Debottar Panigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Debottar Panigram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Debottar Panigram
Where is Debottar Panigram located?
Debottar Panigram village is located in Mathabhanga - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Debottar Panigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Debottar Panigram is Nayarhat.
What is the pincode of Debottar Panigram?
The pincode of Debottar Panigram is 736146.
What is the population of Debottar Panigram?
Debottar Panigram has a total population of 2,053, including 1,053 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Debottar Panigram?
There are 463 households in Debottar Panigram.
What is the literacy rate in Debottar Panigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Debottar Panigram is 65.03%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 57.90%.