Brahmapur - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Brahmapur is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from Changrabandha and around 78.9 km from Cooch Behar. Changrabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmapur is 307802. The village covers a total geographical area of 1.1 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode.
Brahmapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Brahmapur
Brahmapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Kamat Changrabandha | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Bara Panisala | South | 1.08 km |
| Kamat Panisala | East | 1.46 km |
| Purbba Baragharia | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Paschim Kamat Changrabandha | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Andaran Panisala | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Kamat Chandrabandha | South | 2.41 km |
| Hat Dhar Dharia | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Purba Kamat Changrabandha | East | 2.86 km |
| Brahmapur | South-West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brahmapur
Brahmapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhupguri, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cooch Behar to Brahmapur is about 78.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brahmapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brahmapur
Where is Brahmapur located?
Brahmapur village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmapur is Changrabandha.
What is the pincode of Brahmapur?
The pincode of Brahmapur is 735304.