Kanthalbari - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Kanthalbari is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 11.2 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Domohoni-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanthalbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthalbari is 307526. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.4 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Domohani is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanthalbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanthalbari
As per Census 2011, Kanthalbari village has a total population of 4,591 people, consisting of 2,343 males and 2,248 females. The village has 1,088 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,067 literate and 1,524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanthalbari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,591 | 2,343 | 2,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 281 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,753 | 1,422 | 1,331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 3,067 | 1,753 | 1,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,524 | 590 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthalbari
Kanthalbari 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 Kanthalbari
Kanthalbari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kanthalbari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domohani to Kanthalbari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Kanthalbari is about 11.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanthalbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthalbari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanthalbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthalbari 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 Kanthalbari
Where is Kanthalbari located?
Kanthalbari village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanthalbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanthalbari is Domohoni-i.
What is the pincode of Kanthalbari?
The pincode of Kanthalbari is 735224.
What is the population of Kanthalbari?
Kanthalbari has a total population of 4,591, including 2,343 males and 2,248 females.
How many households are there in Kanthalbari?
There are 1,088 households in Kanthalbari.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthalbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthalbari is 66.80%. Male literacy is 74.82% and female literacy is 58.45%.