Kumirghat - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Kumirghat is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 45.3 km from Pundibari and around 36.1 km from Cooch Behar. Marichbari-kholta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumirghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumirghat is 308233. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.57 hectares and falls under the 736121 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kumirghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kumirghat
As per Census 2011, Kumirghat village has a total population of 2,075 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 983 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,579 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,647 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumirghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,075 | 1,092 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 101 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,647 | 857 | 790 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,579 | 904 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 188 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Kumirghat
Kumirghat 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 Kumirghat
Kumirghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Kumirghat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kumirghat is about 36.1 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 Kumirghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumirghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumirghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumirghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumirghat
Where is Kumirghat located?
Kumirghat village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumirghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumirghat is Marichbari-kholta.
What is the pincode of Kumirghat?
The pincode of Kumirghat is 736121.
What is the population of Kumirghat?
Kumirghat has a total population of 2,075, including 1,092 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Kumirghat?
There are 500 households in Kumirghat.
What is the literacy rate in Kumirghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumirghat is 76.10%. Male literacy is 82.78% and female literacy is 68.67%.