Hourgari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Hourgari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 30.2 km from Ghughumari and around 7.8 km from Cooch Behar. Ghughumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hourgari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hourgari is 308096. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.07 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Hourgari 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 Hourgari
According to the 2011 Census, Hourgari village had a total population of 3,247 people, including 1,692 males and 1,555 females, living in 725 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.86%, with male literacy at 79.26% and female literacy at 70.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,247 | 1,692 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 255 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,067 | 1,139 | 928 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,180 | 553 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Hourgari
Hourgari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Simulguri | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Charaker Kuthi | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Dayaler Chhara | South | 2.16 km |
| Gangaler Kuthi | East | 2.33 km |
| Gokuler Kuthi | West | 2.66 km |
| Chhat Gokuler Kuthi | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Ghughumari | North | 2.92 km |
| Pushnadanga | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Ghegirghat | East | 3.19 km |
| Bara Elajan | South-West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hourgari
Hourgari 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 7.0 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 Hourgari is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hourgari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hourgari 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 Hourgari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hourgari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hourgari
Where is Hourgari located?
Hourgari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hourgari?
The Gram Panchayat of Hourgari is Ghughumari.
What is the pincode of Hourgari?
The pincode of Hourgari is 736134.
What is the population of Hourgari?
Hourgari had a total population of 3,247, including 1,692 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Hourgari?
Hourgari had 725 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hourgari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hourgari was 74.86%. Male literacy was 79.26% and female literacy was 70.09%.