Bara Madhusudan - Sitalkuchi, Cooch Behar
Bara Madhusudan is a village situated in the Sitalkuchi subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from Sitalkuchi and around 56.6 km from Cooch Behar. Gosairhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Madhusudan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Madhusudan is 308798. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.49 hectares and falls under the 736172 pincode. Mathabanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bara Madhusudan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Madhusudan
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Madhusudan village had a total population of 1,757 people, including 922 males and 835 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.16%, with male literacy at 85.50% and female literacy at 68.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,300.
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 | 1,757 | 922 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 108 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,300 | 685 | 615 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 696 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 226 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Madhusudan
Bara Madhusudan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atharakotha | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Nalgram | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Gadapota | South | 1.86 km |
| Madhyam Madhusudan | North | 1.86 km |
| Chhota Pinjarirjhar | East | 1.97 km |
| Chhota Madhusudan | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Chhota Dhaperchatra | East | 3.40 km |
| Satimari | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Rajar Bari | South | 3.96 km |
| Bara Pinarirjhar | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Madhusudan
Bara Madhusudan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghoksadanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 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 Mathabanga to Bara Madhusudan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Bara Madhusudan is about 56.6 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 Bara Madhusudan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Madhusudan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Madhusudan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Madhusudan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara Madhusudan
Where is Bara Madhusudan located?
Bara Madhusudan village is located in Sitalkuchi Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Madhusudan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Madhusudan is Gosairhat.
What is the pincode of Bara Madhusudan?
The pincode of Bara Madhusudan is 736172.
What is the population of Bara Madhusudan?
Bara Madhusudan had a total population of 1,757, including 922 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Bara Madhusudan?
Bara Madhusudan had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Madhusudan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Madhusudan was 77.16%. Male literacy was 85.50% and female literacy was 68.09%.