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 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 Kathalbari
As per Census 2011, Kathalbari village has a total population of 1,485 people, consisting of 781 males and 704 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathalbari are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,485, including 781 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Kathalbari?
There are 314 households in Kathalbari.
What is the literacy rate in Kathalbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathalbari is 66.33%. Male literacy is 76.18% and female literacy is 55.40%.