Paschim Bhotbari - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Paschim Bhotbari is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.6 km from Changrabandha and around 97.2 km from Cooch Behar. Niztarof serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Bhotbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Bhotbari is 307825. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.69 hectares and falls under the 735301 pincode.
Paschim Bhotbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Paschim Bhotbari
Paschim Bhotbari 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 Bhotbari | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Nijtaraf (p) | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Daripattani | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Purbba Bakshiganj | West | 2.51 km |
| Uttar Daribas | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Madhya Nijtaraf | North | 2.76 km |
| Madhya Bhotbari (p) | East | 3.24 km |
| Nijtaraf | South | 3.31 km |
| Vitar Fulkar Dabria Kharkhar | East | 3.50 km |
| Dakshin Bajejama Khasbas | South-West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschim Bhotbari
Paschim Bhotbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Cooch Behar to Paschim Bhotbari is about 97.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Bhotbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Bhotbari 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 Paschim Bhotbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Bhotbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Bhotbari
Where is Paschim Bhotbari located?
Paschim Bhotbari village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Bhotbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Bhotbari is Niztarof.
What is the pincode of Paschim Bhotbari?
The pincode of Paschim Bhotbari is 735301.