Petia Adabari - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Petia Adabari is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.4 km from Sitai and around 45.1 km from Cooch Behar. Adabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petia Adabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petia Adabari is 308713. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.93 hectares and falls under the 736167 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Petia Adabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petia Adabari
According to the 2011 Census, Petia Adabari village had a total population of 1,513 people, including 738 males and 775 females, living in 381 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.02%, with male literacy at 58.68% and female literacy at 55.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,067.
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 | 1,513 | 738 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,067 | 527 | 540 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 372 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 366 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Petia Adabari
Petia Adabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijlichatka | North | 0.21 km |
| Hokayaha Adabari | North | 0.91 km |
| Atiabari Girda Adabari | East | 1.55 km |
| Morebhanga | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Kismat Adabari | East | 2.46 km |
| Nagar Lalbazar | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Kajalikura | North | 2.65 km |
| Sarbbeshwar Jayduar | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Sovana Bara Masia | South | 2.93 km |
| Garanata | South-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petia Adabari
Petia Adabari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dinhata to Petia Adabari is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Petia Adabari is about 45.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petia Adabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petia Adabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Petia Adabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petia Adabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petia Adabari
Where is Petia Adabari located?
Petia Adabari village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petia Adabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Petia Adabari is Adabari.
What is the pincode of Petia Adabari?
The pincode of Petia Adabari is 736167.
What is the population of Petia Adabari?
Petia Adabari had a total population of 1,513, including 738 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Petia Adabari?
Petia Adabari had 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petia Adabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petia Adabari was 57.02%. Male literacy was 58.68% and female literacy was 55.49%.