Cheger Kuthi - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Cheger Kuthi is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.2 km from Ghughumari and around 18 km from Cooch Behar. Chilkirhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheger Kuthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheger Kuthi is 308164. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.68 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Cheger 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 Cheger Kuthi
As per Census 2011, Cheger Kuthi village has a total population of 1,303 people, consisting of 662 males and 641 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheger Kuthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 662 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 204 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 385 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 277 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Cheger Kuthi
Cheger 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonakhuli | East | 1.14 km |
| Panthabari | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Ekmukha | West | 1.41 km |
| Silkhuri Bas | South | 1.69 km |
| Silkhuri Dwitia Khanda | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Gokuler Kuthi | East | 1.98 km |
| Dudder Kuthi | North | 2.00 km |
| Aulibari | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Chhat Gokuler Kuthi | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Silkhuri Pratham Khanda | South | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheger Kuthi
Cheger 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 8.9 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Cheger Kuthi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Cheger Kuthi is about 18 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 Cheger Kuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheger Kuthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Cheger 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 Cheger Kuthi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cheger Kuthi
Where is Cheger Kuthi located?
Cheger Kuthi village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheger Kuthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheger Kuthi is Chilkirhat.
What is the pincode of Cheger Kuthi?
The pincode of Cheger Kuthi is 736157.
What is the population of Cheger Kuthi?
Cheger Kuthi has a total population of 1,303, including 662 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Cheger Kuthi?
There are 294 households in Cheger Kuthi.
What is the literacy rate in Cheger Kuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheger Kuthi is 51.96%. Male literacy is 58.16% and female literacy is 45.55%.