Kanchiarkuthi - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Kanchiarkuthi is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Ghughumari and around 27.9 km from Cooch Behar. Chandamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchiarkuthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchiarkuthi is 308117. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.43 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanchiarkuthi 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 Kanchiarkuthi
As per Census 2011, Kanchiarkuthi village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 79 males and 90 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanchiarkuthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 64 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 15 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kanchiarkuthi
Kanchiarkuthi 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 Kanchiarkuthi
Kanchiarkuthi 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 Mathabhanga to Kanchiarkuthi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kanchiarkuthi is about 27.9 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 Kanchiarkuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchiarkuthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanchiarkuthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchiarkuthi 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 Kanchiarkuthi
Where is Kanchiarkuthi located?
Kanchiarkuthi village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchiarkuthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchiarkuthi is Chandamari.
What is the pincode of Kanchiarkuthi?
The pincode of Kanchiarkuthi is 736157.
What is the population of Kanchiarkuthi?
Kanchiarkuthi has a total population of 169, including 79 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Kanchiarkuthi?
There are 41 households in Kanchiarkuthi.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchiarkuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchiarkuthi is 62.13%. Male literacy is 81.01% and female literacy is 45.56%.