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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchiarkuthi village had a total population of 169 people, including 79 males and 90 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.64%, with male literacy at 95.52% and female literacy at 58.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 169, including 79 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Kanchiarkuthi?
Kanchiarkuthi had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchiarkuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanchiarkuthi was 76.64%. Male literacy was 95.52% and female literacy was 58.57%.