Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) Village - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.2 km from Hamiltanganj and around 111 km from Jalpaiguri . Rajabhatkhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is 307144. The village covers a total geographical area of 11968.42 hectares and falls under the 735227 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)
As per Census 2011, Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) village has a total population of 9,242 people, consisting of 4,655 males and 4,587 females. The village has 2,072 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,020 literate and 4,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 494 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,242 | 4,655 | 4,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,195 | 585 | 610 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 252 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,172 | 3,087 | 3,085 |
| Literate Population | 5,020 | 2,793 | 2,227 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,222 | 1,862 | 2,360 |
Nearby Villages of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)
Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajabhat Tea Garden | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Atiabari Tea Garden | West | 3.29 km |
| Bhatkhawa Tea Garden | West | 4.34 km |
| Gangutia Tea Garden | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Dima Tea Garden | North-West | 6.57 km |
| Bhatpara Tea Garden | North-West | 9.23 km |
| Satali Nakadala | West | 9.96 km |
| Nimtijhora Tea Garden | South-West | 10.42 km |
| Paschim Jitpur (ct) | South | 10.48 km |
| Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden | South | 11.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)
Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raja Bhat Khawa, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)
Where is Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) located?
Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is Rajabhatkhawa.
What is the pincode of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)?
The pincode of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is 735227.
What is the population of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)?
Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) has a total population of 9,242, including 4,655 males and 4,587 females.
How many households are there in Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)?
There are 2,072 households in Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa).
What is the literacy rate in Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buxa Forest (Raja Bhatkhawa) is 54.32%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 48.55%.