Pathar Laibari - Habibpur, Malda
Pathar Laibari is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Habibpur and around 31.2 km from English Bazar. Mangalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathar Laibari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathar Laibari is 313103. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.1 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pathar Laibari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pathar Laibari
As per Census 2011, Pathar Laibari village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 158 males and 142 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathar Laibari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 85 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Pathar Laibari
Pathar Laibari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathar Oltara | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Haito | South | 1.50 km |
| Pathar Haito | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Pathar Phulbana | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Banchhair | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Sisdanga | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Haito Inlis | South | 2.49 km |
| Halna | West | 2.61 km |
| Nakail | East | 2.67 km |
| Ranahat | South | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathar Laibari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pathar Laibari. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.4 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 Englishbazar to Pathar Laibari is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Pathar Laibari is about 31.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathar Laibari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathar Laibari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathar Laibari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathar Laibari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pathar Laibari
Where is Pathar Laibari located?
Pathar Laibari village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathar Laibari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathar Laibari is Mangalpur.
What is the pincode of Pathar Laibari?
The pincode of Pathar Laibari is 732121.
What is the population of Pathar Laibari?
Pathar Laibari has a total population of 300, including 158 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Pathar Laibari?
There are 64 households in Pathar Laibari.
What is the literacy rate in Pathar Laibari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathar Laibari is 43.67%. Male literacy is 46.20% and female literacy is 40.85%.