Abuhar - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Abuhar is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 76.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Kalikamora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abuhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abuhar is 310462. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.7 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Abuhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Abuhar
According to the 2011 Census, Abuhar village had a total population of 984 people, including 496 males and 488 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 79.63%.
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 | 984 | 496 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 365 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 131 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Abuhar
Abuhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakdarbaru | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Aminpur | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Baraidanga | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Chakdhapara | North | 1.35 km |
| Paptahar Bhaktipur | East | 1.54 km |
| Katasan | West | 1.66 km |
| Kakhar | South | 1.86 km |
| Jajihat Hadipur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Amlahar | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Buripukur | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abuhar
Abuhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kaliagong to Abuhar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Abuhar is about 76.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abuhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abuhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Abuhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abuhar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Abuhar
Where is Abuhar located?
Abuhar village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abuhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Abuhar is Kalikamora.
What is the pincode of Abuhar?
The pincode of Abuhar is 733132.
What is the population of Abuhar?
Abuhar had a total population of 984, including 496 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Abuhar?
Abuhar had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abuhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abuhar was 81.88%. Male literacy was 84.10% and female literacy was 79.63%.