Pirpalsitai - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Pirpalsitai is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Sitai and around 48.2 km from Cooch Behar. Sitai-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirpalsitai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirpalsitai is 308738. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.97 hectares and falls under the 736167 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pirpalsitai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirpalsitai
According to the 2011 Census, Pirpalsitai village had a total population of 749 people, including 378 males and 371 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.10%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 64.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 670.
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 | 749 | 378 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 340 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 271 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 107 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Pirpalsitai
Pirpalsitai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pirpalsitai
Pirpalsitai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pirpalsitai is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Pirpalsitai is about 48.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirpalsitai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirpalsitai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pirpalsitai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirpalsitai 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pirpalsitai
Where is Pirpalsitai located?
Pirpalsitai village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pirpalsitai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirpalsitai is Sitai-i.
What is the pincode of Pirpalsitai?
The pincode of Pirpalsitai is 736167.
What is the population of Pirpalsitai?
Pirpalsitai had a total population of 749, including 378 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Pirpalsitai?
Pirpalsitai had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pirpalsitai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirpalsitai was 72.10%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 64.09%.