Aratguri - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Aratguri is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 50.1 km from Pundibari and around 13.8 km from Cooch Behar. Madhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aratguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aratguri is 308272. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.44 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aratguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aratguri
As per Census 2011, Aratguri village has a total population of 770 people, consisting of 409 males and 361 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 724 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aratguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 409 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 724 | 384 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 281 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 128 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Aratguri
Aratguri 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 Aratguri
Aratguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Aratguri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koch Bihar to Aratguri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Aratguri is about 13.8 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 Aratguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aratguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aratguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aratguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aratguri
Where is Aratguri located?
Aratguri village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aratguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Aratguri is Madhupur.
What is the pincode of Aratguri?
The pincode of Aratguri is 736165.
What is the population of Aratguri?
Aratguri has a total population of 770, including 409 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Aratguri?
There are 164 households in Aratguri.
What is the literacy rate in Aratguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aratguri is 59.09%. Male literacy is 68.70% and female literacy is 48.20%.