Unish Basa - Mathabhanga-II, Cooch Behar
Unish Basa is a village situated in the Mathabhanga-II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from Bhogmara and around 26.8 km from Cooch Behar. Unishbisha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unish Basa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unish Basa is 308041. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.64 hectares and falls under the 736171 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Unish Basa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Unish Basa
As per Census 2011, Unish Basa village has a total population of 8,818 people, consisting of 4,560 males and 4,258 females. The village has 1,963 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,856 literate and 2,962 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unish Basa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,818 | 4,560 | 4,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,133 | 579 | 554 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,382 | 1,733 | 1,649 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 5,856 | 3,241 | 2,615 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,962 | 1,319 | 1,643 |
Nearby Villages of Unish Basa
Unish Basa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ruidanga Dwitia Khanda | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Bara Simulguri | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Chheramari | South | 2.68 km |
| Patakamari | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Nabinerdola | North | 3.94 km |
| Kharikabari | South | 4.14 km |
| Gaybari | South | 4.31 km |
| Ruidanga Pratham Khanda | West | 4.61 km |
| Basdaha Natibari | East | 4.91 km |
| Shalmara Dwitia Khanda | South-East | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unish Basa
Unish Basa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ghoksadanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Unish Basa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Unish Basa is about 26.8 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 Unish Basa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unish Basa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Unish Basa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unish Basa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Unish Basa
Where is Unish Basa located?
Unish Basa village is located in Mathabhanga-II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unish Basa?
The Gram Panchayat of Unish Basa is Unishbisha.
What is the pincode of Unish Basa?
The pincode of Unish Basa is 736171.
What is the population of Unish Basa?
Unish Basa has a total population of 8,818, including 4,560 males and 4,258 females.
How many households are there in Unish Basa?
There are 1,963 households in Unish Basa.
What is the literacy rate in Unish Basa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unish Basa is 66.41%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 61.41%.