Mainaguri Kankanguri - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Mainaguri Kankanguri is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.7 km from Ghughumari and around 19.9 km from Cooch Behar. Chilkirhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mainaguri Kankanguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mainaguri Kankanguri is 308155. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.77 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Cooch Behar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mainaguri Kankanguri 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 Mainaguri Kankanguri
According to the 2011 Census, Mainaguri Kankanguri village had a total population of 1,807 people, including 912 males and 895 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.36%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 77.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,412, 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 | 1,807 | 912 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 123 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,412 | 716 | 696 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,318 | 704 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 208 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Mainaguri Kankanguri
Mainaguri Kankanguri 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 Mainaguri Kankanguri
Mainaguri Kankanguri 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 Mainaguri Kankanguri is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Mainaguri Kankanguri is about 19.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mainaguri Kankanguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mainaguri Kankanguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mainaguri Kankanguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mainaguri Kankanguri 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 Mainaguri Kankanguri
Where is Mainaguri Kankanguri located?
Mainaguri Kankanguri village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mainaguri Kankanguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Mainaguri Kankanguri is Chilkirhat.
What is the pincode of Mainaguri Kankanguri?
The pincode of Mainaguri Kankanguri is 736157.
What is the population of Mainaguri Kankanguri?
Mainaguri Kankanguri had a total population of 1,807, including 912 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Mainaguri Kankanguri?
Mainaguri Kankanguri had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mainaguri Kankanguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mainaguri Kankanguri was 83.36%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 77.53%.