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 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 Putimari
According to the 2011 Census, Putimari village had a total population of 389 people, including 209 males and 180 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.75%, with male literacy at 73.30% and female literacy at 56.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 389 | 209 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 389, including 209 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Putimari?
Putimari had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putimari was 65.75%. Male literacy was 73.30% and female literacy was 56.95%.