Putimari - Cooch Behar - I, Cooch Behar
Putimari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.6 km from Ghughumari and around 35.7 km from Cooch Behar. Chandamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putimari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putimari is 308130. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.66 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Putimari 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 Putimari
As per Census 2011, Putimari village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 209 males and 180 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Putimari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 209 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 129 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 80 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Putimari
Putimari 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 Putimari
Public transport in the Putimari is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Putimari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Putimari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Putimari is about 35.7 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 Putimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putimari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Putimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putimari 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Putimari
Where is Putimari located?
Putimari village is located in Cooch Behar - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putimari?
The Gram Panchayat of Putimari is Chandamari.
What is the pincode of Putimari?
The pincode of Putimari is 736157.
What is the population of Putimari?
Putimari has a total population of 389, including 209 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Putimari?
There are 99 households in Putimari.
What is the literacy rate in Putimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putimari is 55.27%. Male literacy is 61.72% and female literacy is 47.78%.