Garanata - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Garanata is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from Sitai and around 40.5 km from Cooch Behar. Adabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garanata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garanata is 308718. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.23 hectares and falls under the 736167 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Garanata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garanata
According to the 2011 Census, Garanata village had a total population of 1,431 people, including 723 males and 708 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.64%, with male literacy at 72.01% and female literacy at 61.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,166.
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 | 1,431 | 723 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,166 | 588 | 578 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 440 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 283 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Garanata
Garanata 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 Bara Masia | South | 1.11 km |
| Sovana Bara Masia | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Bara Adabari | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Silduar | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Atiabari Girda Adabari | North | 1.99 km |
| Dauabari | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Bara Masia | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Kismat Adabari | North | 2.64 km |
| Bajitchatra | South | 2.70 km |
| Petia Adabari | North-West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garanata
Garanata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Abutara Halt, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Garanata is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Garanata is about 40.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garanata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garanata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garanata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garanata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garanata
Where is Garanata located?
Garanata village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garanata?
The Gram Panchayat of Garanata is Adabari.
What is the pincode of Garanata?
The pincode of Garanata is 736167.
What is the population of Garanata?
Garanata had a total population of 1,431, including 723 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Garanata?
Garanata had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garanata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garanata was 66.64%. Male literacy was 72.01% and female literacy was 61.25%.