Khochabari - Sitalkuchi, Cooch Behar
Khochabari is a village situated in the Sitalkuchi subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.9 km from Sitalkuchi and around 70.3 km from Cooch Behar. Khalisamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khochabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khochabari is 308762. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.53 hectares and falls under the 736146 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khochabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khochabari
According to the 2011 Census, Khochabari village had a total population of 100 people, including 52 males and 48 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.83%, with male literacy at 61.22% and female literacy at 32.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 30 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khochabari
Khochabari 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 Khochabari
Public transport in the Khochabari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mathabhanga to Khochabari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Khochabari is about 70.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khochabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khochabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khochabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khochabari 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khochabari
Where is Khochabari located?
Khochabari village is located in Sitalkuchi Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khochabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khochabari is Khalisamari.
What is the pincode of Khochabari?
The pincode of Khochabari is 736146.
What is the population of Khochabari?
Khochabari had a total population of 100, including 52 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Khochabari?
Khochabari had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khochabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khochabari was 47.83%. Male literacy was 61.22% and female literacy was 32.56%.