Khatimari - Mathabhanga-II, Cooch Behar
Khatimari is a village situated in the Mathabhanga-II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Bhogmara and around 17.3 km from Cooch Behar. Premerdanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatimari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatimari is 308064. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.95 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khatimari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatimari
According to the 2011 Census, Khatimari village had a total population of 4,054 people, including 2,061 males and 1,993 females, living in 967 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 81.79% and female literacy at 68.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,389.
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 | 4,054 | 2,061 | 1,993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 271 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,389 | 1,204 | 1,185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,639 | 1,464 | 1,175 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,415 | 597 | 818 |
Nearby Villages of Khatimari
Khatimari 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 Khatimari
Khatimari 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 Khatimari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mathabhanga to Khatimari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Khatimari is about 17.3 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 Khatimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatimari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatimari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatimari
Where is Khatimari located?
Khatimari village is located in Mathabhanga-II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatimari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatimari is Premerdanga.
What is the pincode of Khatimari?
The pincode of Khatimari is 736157.
What is the population of Khatimari?
Khatimari had a total population of 4,054, including 2,061 males and 1,993 females.
How many households are there in Khatimari?
Khatimari had 967 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatimari was 75.10%. Male literacy was 81.79% and female literacy was 68.16%.