Kathalbari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Kathalbari 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 48.6 km from Cooch Behar. Chandamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathalbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathalbari is 308118. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.3 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kathalbari 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 Kathalbari
According to the 2011 Census, Kathalbari village had a total population of 1,485 people, including 781 males and 704 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 88.28% and female literacy at 65.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,166.
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 | 1,485 | 781 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,166 | 614 | 552 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 595 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 186 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Kathalbari
Kathalbari 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 Kathalbari
Kathalbari 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 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 Kathalbari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kathalbari is about 48.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathalbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathalbari 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 Kathalbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathalbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kathalbari
Where is Kathalbari located?
Kathalbari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kathalbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathalbari is Chandamari.
What is the pincode of Kathalbari?
The pincode of Kathalbari is 736157.
What is the population of Kathalbari?
Kathalbari had a total population of 1,485, including 781 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Kathalbari?
Kathalbari had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathalbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathalbari was 77.38%. Male literacy was 88.28% and female literacy was 65.11%.