Charaker Kuthi - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Charaker Kuthi is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 29.6 km from Ghughumari and around 14.9 km from Cooch Behar. Ghughumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charaker Kuthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charaker Kuthi is 308094. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.44 hectares and falls under the 736170 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Charaker Kuthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cooch behar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charaker Kuthi
As per Census 2011, Charaker Kuthi village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,404 males and 1,289 females. The village has 587 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,724 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 710 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charaker Kuthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,404 | 1,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 198 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 710 | 378 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 1,724 | 934 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 470 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Charaker Kuthi
Charaker Kuthi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhat Gokuler Kuthi | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Hourgari | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Chandisal | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Gokuler Kuthi | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Ghughumari | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Simulguri | South | 2.24 km |
| Sonakhuli | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Kalabarighat | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Gangaler Kuthi | East | 3.49 km |
| Harinchaowra | North-East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charaker Kuthi
Charaker Kuthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.5 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 Cooch Behar to Charaker Kuthi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Charaker Kuthi is about 14.9 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 Charaker Kuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charaker Kuthi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charaker Kuthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charaker Kuthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Charaker Kuthi
Where is Charaker Kuthi located?
Charaker Kuthi village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charaker Kuthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Charaker Kuthi is Ghughumari.
What is the pincode of Charaker Kuthi?
The pincode of Charaker Kuthi is 736170.
What is the population of Charaker Kuthi?
Charaker Kuthi has a total population of 2,693, including 1,404 males and 1,289 females.
How many households are there in Charaker Kuthi?
There are 587 households in Charaker Kuthi.
What is the literacy rate in Charaker Kuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charaker Kuthi is 64.02%. Male literacy is 66.52% and female literacy is 61.29%.