Dharma Barerkuthi - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Dharma Barerkuthi is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 42.4 km from Pundibari and around 11.8 km from Cooch Behar. Dhangdhinguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharma Barerkuthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharma Barerkuthi is 308266. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.53 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dharma Barerkuthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharma Barerkuthi
As per Census 2011, Dharma Barerkuthi village has a total population of 2,646 people, consisting of 1,347 males and 1,299 females. The village has 645 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,821 literate and 825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharma Barerkuthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,646 | 1,347 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 158 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 277 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,821 | 1,010 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 337 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Dharma Barerkuthi
Dharma Barerkuthi 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 Dharma Barerkuthi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dharma Barerkuthi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dharma Barerkuthi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dharma Barerkuthi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dharma Barerkuthi is about 11.8 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 Dharma Barerkuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharma Barerkuthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharma Barerkuthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharma Barerkuthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharma Barerkuthi
Where is Dharma Barerkuthi located?
Dharma Barerkuthi village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharma Barerkuthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharma Barerkuthi is Dhangdhinguri.
What is the pincode of Dharma Barerkuthi?
The pincode of Dharma Barerkuthi is 736165.
What is the population of Dharma Barerkuthi?
Dharma Barerkuthi has a total population of 2,646, including 1,347 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Dharma Barerkuthi?
There are 645 households in Dharma Barerkuthi.
What is the literacy rate in Dharma Barerkuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharma Barerkuthi is 68.82%. Male literacy is 74.98% and female literacy is 62.43%.