Kasiabari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Kasiabari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.9 km from Ghughumari and around 29.4 km from Cooch Behar. Chandamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasiabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasiabari is 308125. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.15 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kasiabari 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 Kasiabari
According to the 2011 Census, Kasiabari village had a total population of 302 people, including 163 males and 139 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.93%, with male literacy at 78.47% and female literacy at 66.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 302 | 163 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 132 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 113 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 50 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kasiabari
Kasiabari 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 Kasiabari
Kasiabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Kasiabari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kasiabari is about 29.4 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 Kasiabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasiabari 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 Kasiabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasiabari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasiabari
Where is Kasiabari located?
Kasiabari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasiabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasiabari is Chandamari.
What is the pincode of Kasiabari?
The pincode of Kasiabari is 736157.
What is the population of Kasiabari?
Kasiabari had a total population of 302, including 163 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Kasiabari?
Kasiabari had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasiabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasiabari was 72.93%. Male literacy was 78.47% and female literacy was 66.39%.