Khagribari - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Khagribari is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 33.9 km from Pundibari and around 24.7 km from Cooch Behar. Patlakhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khagribari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khagribari is 308217. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.12 hectares and falls under the 736179 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khagribari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khagribari
As per Census 2011, Khagribari village has a total population of 6,226 people, consisting of 3,268 males and 2,958 females. The village has 1,413 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,208 literate and 2,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khagribari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,226 | 3,268 | 2,958 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 810 | 392 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,542 | 805 | 737 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 122 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 4,208 | 2,395 | 1,813 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,018 | 873 | 1,145 |
Nearby Villages of Khagribari
Khagribari 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 Khagribari
Khagribari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khagribari.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koch Bihar to Khagribari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Khagribari is about 24.7 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 Khagribari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khagribari 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 Khagribari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khagribari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khagribari
Where is Khagribari located?
Khagribari village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khagribari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khagribari is Patlakhawa.
What is the pincode of Khagribari?
The pincode of Khagribari is 736179.
What is the population of Khagribari?
Khagribari has a total population of 6,226, including 3,268 males and 2,958 females.
How many households are there in Khagribari?
There are 1,413 households in Khagribari.
What is the literacy rate in Khagribari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khagribari is 67.59%. Male literacy is 73.29% and female literacy is 61.29%.