Dakshin Kursamari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Dakshin Kursamari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 36.3 km from Ghughumari and around 15.2 km from Cooch Behar. Haribhanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Kursamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Kursamari is 308178. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.98 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dakshin Kursamari 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 Dakshin Kursamari
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Kursamari village has a total population of 853 people, consisting of 437 males and 416 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Kursamari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 853 | 437 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 312 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 125 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Kursamari
Dakshin Kursamari 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 Dakshin Kursamari
Dakshin Kursamari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Cooch Behar to Dakshin Kursamari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dakshin Kursamari is about 15.2 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 Dakshin Kursamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Kursamari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Kursamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Kursamari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Kursamari
Where is Dakshin Kursamari located?
Dakshin Kursamari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Kursamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Kursamari is Haribhanga.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Kursamari?
The pincode of Dakshin Kursamari is 736134.
What is the population of Dakshin Kursamari?
Dakshin Kursamari has a total population of 853, including 437 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Kursamari?
There are 212 households in Dakshin Kursamari.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Kursamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Kursamari is 63.89%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 56.01%.