Khengchi - Sitalkuchi, Cooch Behar
Khengchi is a village situated in the Sitalkuchi subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from Sitalkuchi and around 62.2 km from Cooch Behar. Bhawerthana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khengchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khengchi is 308790. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.9 hectares and falls under the 736172 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khengchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khengchi
As per Census 2011, Khengchi village has a total population of 2,383 people, consisting of 1,192 males and 1,191 females. The village has 566 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,521 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,632 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khengchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,383 | 1,192 | 1,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 129 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,632 | 808 | 824 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 851 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 341 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Khengchi
Khengchi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Abuarpathar | North | 1.61 km |
| Bara Dhaperchatra | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Aulikura | East | 1.89 km |
| Bara Bengdaki | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Nagar Sobhaganj | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Chhota Bengdaki | East | 2.69 km |
| Dhallarpar | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Nagar Dakaliganj | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Kharija Dhaperchatra | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Gangadhar | North-East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khengchi
Khengchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ghoksadanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| 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 Mathabhanga to Khengchi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Khengchi is about 62.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khengchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khengchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khengchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khengchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khengchi
Where is Khengchi located?
Khengchi village is located in Sitalkuchi Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khengchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khengchi is Bhawerthana.
What is the pincode of Khengchi?
The pincode of Khengchi is 736172.
What is the population of Khengchi?
Khengchi has a total population of 2,383, including 1,192 males and 1,191 females.
How many households are there in Khengchi?
There are 566 households in Khengchi.
What is the literacy rate in Khengchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khengchi is 63.83%. Male literacy is 71.39% and female literacy is 56.26%.