Chaukuri - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Chaukuri is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 52.3 km from Ghughumari and around 25.6 km from Cooch Behar. Jiranpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukuri is 308206. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.78 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chaukuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaukuri
As per Census 2011, Chaukuri village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 151 males and 164 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaukuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 151 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 111 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 101 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukuri
Chaukuri 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 Chaukuri
Public transport in the Chaukuri is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chaukuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Chaukuri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chaukuri is about 25.6 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 Chaukuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukuri 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 Chaukuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukuri 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 Chaukuri
Where is Chaukuri located?
Chaukuri village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukuri is Jiranpur.
What is the pincode of Chaukuri?
The pincode of Chaukuri is 736134.
What is the population of Chaukuri?
Chaukuri has a total population of 315, including 151 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Chaukuri?
There are 86 households in Chaukuri.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukuri is 59.05%. Male literacy is 66.89% and female literacy is 51.83%.