Atialiguri - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Atialiguri is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 44 km from Pundibari and around 31 km from Cooch Behar. Bararangras serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atialiguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atialiguri is 308226. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.94 hectares and falls under the 736133 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Atialiguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atialiguri
As per Census 2011, Atialiguri village has a total population of 2,473 people, consisting of 1,271 males and 1,202 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,656 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atialiguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,473 | 1,271 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 158 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,322 | 674 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 83 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 910 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 361 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Atialiguri
Atialiguri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalmandasguri | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Uttar Shibpur | East | 1.53 km |
| Bararangras | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Harinmara | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Dudumari | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Dakshin Kansingram | North | 2.92 km |
| Sakunibala | West | 3.34 km |
| Daldali | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Hollangerkuthi | South | 4.43 km |
| Tapsikhata | North-East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atialiguri
Public transport in the Atialiguri is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pundibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Koch Bihar to Atialiguri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Atialiguri is about 31 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 Atialiguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atialiguri 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 Atialiguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atialiguri 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 Atialiguri
Where is Atialiguri located?
Atialiguri village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atialiguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Atialiguri is Bararangras.
What is the pincode of Atialiguri?
The pincode of Atialiguri is 736133.
What is the population of Atialiguri?
Atialiguri has a total population of 2,473, including 1,271 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Atialiguri?
There are 567 households in Atialiguri.
What is the literacy rate in Atialiguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atialiguri is 66.96%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 62.06%.