Khatamari - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Khatamari is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from Sahebganj and around 43.8 km from Cooch Behar. Chowdhurihat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatamari is 308691. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.69 hectares and falls under the 736168 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khatamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dinhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatamari
According to the 2011 Census, Khatamari village had a total population of 3,262 people, including 1,685 males and 1,577 females, living in 813 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.12%, with male literacy at 75.77% and female literacy at 64.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 3,262 | 1,685 | 1,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 216 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 137 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,011 | 1,113 | 898 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 572 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Khatamari
Khatamari 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 Khatamari
Khatamari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khatamari.
| 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 Dinhata to Khatamari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Khatamari is about 43.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatamari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatamari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khatamari
Where is Khatamari located?
Khatamari village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatamari is Chowdhurihat.
What is the pincode of Khatamari?
The pincode of Khatamari is 736168.
What is the population of Khatamari?
Khatamari had a total population of 3,262, including 1,685 males and 1,577 females.
How many households are there in Khatamari?
Khatamari had 813 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatamari was 70.12%. Male literacy was 75.77% and female literacy was 64.19%.