Chapaguri - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Chapaguri is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 58.7 km from Pundibari and around 7.7 km from Cooch Behar. Chakchaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapaguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapaguri is 308311. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.91 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Kochbihar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chapaguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chapaguri
According to the 2011 Census, Chapaguri village had a total population of 2,882 people, including 1,490 males and 1,392 females, living in 650 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 85.94% and female literacy at 73.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,796.
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 | 2,882 | 1,490 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,796 | 941 | 855 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,035 | 1,125 | 910 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 365 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Chapaguri
Chapaguri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonari Nikatiar Kuthi | North | 1.10 km |
| Kharijasonari | East | 1.38 km |
| Pestharjhar | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Sonari Kakribari | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Baikunthapur | East | 2.52 km |
| Konamali Pestharjhar | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Chakchaka (ct) | South | 3.62 km |
| Ichamari | North | 3.81 km |
| Sidheswari | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Baneswar (ct) | North-East | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapaguri
Chapaguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Cooch Behar, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.0 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochbihar to Chapaguri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Chapaguri is about 7.7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapaguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapaguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chapaguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapaguri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chapaguri
Where is Chapaguri located?
Chapaguri village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapaguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapaguri is Chakchaka.
What is the pincode of Chapaguri?
The pincode of Chapaguri is 736165.
What is the population of Chapaguri?
Chapaguri had a total population of 2,882, including 1,490 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Chapaguri?
Chapaguri had 650 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapaguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapaguri was 80.15%. Male literacy was 85.94% and female literacy was 73.98%.