Takimari - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Takimari is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from Sitai and around 37.1 km from Cooch Behar. Adabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takimari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takimari is 308716. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.27 hectares and falls under the 736145 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Takimari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Takimari
According to the 2011 Census, Takimari village had a total population of 339 people, including 172 males and 167 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 77.18% and female literacy at 58.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 332, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 339 | 172 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 169 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 115 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 57 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Takimari
Takimari 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 Takimari
Takimari 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 >10 km of Takimari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Takimari is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Takimari is about 37.1 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 Takimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takimari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Takimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takimari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takimari
Where is Takimari located?
Takimari village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takimari?
The Gram Panchayat of Takimari is Adabari.
What is the pincode of Takimari?
The pincode of Takimari is 736145.
What is the population of Takimari?
Takimari had a total population of 339, including 172 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Takimari?
Takimari had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takimari was 68.07%. Male literacy was 77.18% and female literacy was 58.09%.