Phulbari - Mathabhanga-II, Cooch Behar
Phulbari is a village situated in the Mathabhanga-II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.8 km from Bhogmara and around 51 km from Cooch Behar. Fulbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phulbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phulbari is 308011. The village covers a total geographical area of 1551.92 hectares and falls under the 736171 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Phulbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phulbari
According to the 2011 Census, Phulbari village had a total population of 14,631 people, including 7,517 males and 7,114 females, living in 3,112 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.92%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 61.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13,235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 14,631 | 7,517 | 7,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,773 | 866 | 907 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13,235 | 6,790 | 6,445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 8,990 | 5,144 | 3,846 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,641 | 2,373 | 3,268 |
Nearby Villages of Phulbari
Phulbari 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 Phulbari
Phulbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Phulbari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mathabhanga to Phulbari is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Phulbari is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phulbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phulbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phulbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phulbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phulbari
Where is Phulbari located?
Phulbari village is located in Mathabhanga-II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phulbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Phulbari is Fulbari.
What is the pincode of Phulbari?
The pincode of Phulbari is 736171.
What is the population of Phulbari?
Phulbari had a total population of 14,631, including 7,517 males and 7,114 females.
How many households are there in Phulbari?
Phulbari had 3,112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phulbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phulbari was 69.92%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 61.96%.