Bathar - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Bathar is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Sitai and around 55.9 km from Cooch Behar. Chamta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathar is 308755. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.96 hectares and falls under the 736167 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bathar
As per Census 2011, Bathar village has a total population of 3,487 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,736 females. The village has 823 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,732 literate and 1,755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,487 | 1,751 | 1,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 258 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,562 | 805 | 757 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,732 | 956 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,755 | 795 | 960 |
Nearby Villages of Bathar
Bathar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anandaran Singimari | North | 1.75 km |
| Atharajani | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Chorkhana | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Kaimari | South | 2.32 km |
| Sonarhat | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Chhat Singimari | North | 2.86 km |
| Chamta | West | 3.18 km |
| Tamaguri | North | 3.56 km |
| Satimari | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Singimari Madankura Dakshin | North-East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bathar
Bathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Abutara Halt, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Bathar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bathar is about 55.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathar 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 Bathar
Where is Bathar located?
Bathar village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathar is Chamta.
What is the pincode of Bathar?
The pincode of Bathar is 736167.
What is the population of Bathar?
Bathar has a total population of 3,487, including 1,751 males and 1,736 females.
How many households are there in Bathar?
There are 823 households in Bathar.
What is the literacy rate in Bathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathar is 49.67%. Male literacy is 54.60% and female literacy is 44.70%.