Deocharai - Tufanganj - I, Cooch Behar
Deocharai is a village situated in the Tufanganj - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Tufanganj and around 21.2 km from Cooch Behar. Deocharai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deocharai is 308385. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.08 hectares and falls under the 736156 pincode. Tufanganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Deocharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deocharai
As per Census 2011, Deocharai village has a total population of 7,849 people, consisting of 4,067 males and 3,782 females. The village has 1,988 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 921 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,856 literate and 2,993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deocharai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,849 | 4,067 | 3,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 921 | 463 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,260 | 1,170 | 1,090 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,856 | 2,738 | 2,118 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,993 | 1,329 | 1,664 |
Nearby Villages of Deocharai
Deocharai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balaghat | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Santoshpur | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Ghogarkuthi Pratham Khanda | North | 2.89 km |
| Chilakhana | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Shikarpur | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Bhelakopa Pratham Khanda | West | 3.97 km |
| Jhaljhali | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Nakkati Gachhi | East | 4.37 km |
| Balarampur | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Chamta | North-East | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deocharai
Deocharai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maradanga, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tufanganj to Deocharai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Deocharai is about 21.2 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 Deocharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deocharai 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 Deocharai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deocharai 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 Deocharai
Where is Deocharai located?
Deocharai village is located in Tufanganj - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deocharai?
Deocharai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deocharai?
The pincode of Deocharai is 736156.
What is the population of Deocharai?
Deocharai has a total population of 7,849, including 4,067 males and 3,782 females.
How many households are there in Deocharai?
There are 1,988 households in Deocharai.
What is the literacy rate in Deocharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deocharai is 61.87%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 56.00%.