Kharija Phuleswari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Kharija Phuleswari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.8 km from Ghughumari and around 32.9 km from Cooch Behar. Putimari-fuleswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharija Phuleswari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharija Phuleswari is 308138. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.11 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kharija Phuleswari 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 Kharija Phuleswari
As per Census 2011, Kharija Phuleswari village has a total population of 3,405 people, consisting of 1,773 males and 1,632 females. The village has 775 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,205 literate and 1,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 935 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharija Phuleswari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,405 | 1,773 | 1,632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 274 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 489 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,205 | 1,226 | 979 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 547 | 653 |
Nearby Villages of Kharija Phuleswari
Kharija Phuleswari 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 Kharija Phuleswari
Kharija Phuleswari 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 Cooch Behar to Kharija Phuleswari is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharija Phuleswari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharija Phuleswari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kharija Phuleswari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharija Phuleswari 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 Kharija Phuleswari
Where is Kharija Phuleswari located?
Kharija Phuleswari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharija Phuleswari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharija Phuleswari is Putimari-fuleswari.
What is the pincode of Kharija Phuleswari?
The pincode of Kharija Phuleswari is 736157.
What is the population of Kharija Phuleswari?
Kharija Phuleswari has a total population of 3,405, including 1,773 males and 1,632 females.
How many households are there in Kharija Phuleswari?
There are 775 households in Kharija Phuleswari.
What is the literacy rate in Kharija Phuleswari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharija Phuleswari is 64.76%. Male literacy is 69.15% and female literacy is 59.99%.