Dauaguri - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Dauaguri is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 38.7 km from Ghughumari and around 16.1 km from Cooch Behar. Dauaguri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dauaguri is 308073. The village covers a total geographical area of 505.31 hectares and falls under the 736156 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dauaguri 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 Dauaguri
As per Census 2011, Dauaguri village has a total population of 6,216 people, consisting of 3,169 males and 3,047 females. The village has 1,503 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 662 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,592 literate and 1,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dauaguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,216 | 3,169 | 3,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 348 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,108 | 1,084 | 1,024 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,592 | 2,466 | 2,126 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 703 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Dauaguri
Dauaguri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhinaidanga | West | 1.69 km |
| Dakshin Ambari | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Kunidanga | South | 1.83 km |
| Gayergari | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bhojanpur | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Lankabar | West | 2.72 km |
| Talliguri | East | 2.77 km |
| Bhojanpur Katnatipara | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Ghoramara | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Dakshin Boragari | South-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dauaguri
Dauaguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maradanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Cooch Behar to Dauaguri is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dauaguri is about 16.1 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 Dauaguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dauaguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dauaguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dauaguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dauaguri
Where is Dauaguri located?
Dauaguri village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dauaguri?
Dauaguri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dauaguri?
The pincode of Dauaguri is 736156.
What is the population of Dauaguri?
Dauaguri has a total population of 6,216, including 3,169 males and 3,047 females.
How many households are there in Dauaguri?
There are 1,503 households in Dauaguri.
What is the literacy rate in Dauaguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dauaguri is 73.87%. Male literacy is 77.82% and female literacy is 69.77%.