Moamari - Tufanganj - I, Cooch Behar
Moamari is a village situated in the Tufanganj - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Tufanganj and around 18 km from Cooch Behar. Chilkhana-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moamari is 308356. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.93 hectares and falls under the 736134 pincode. Tufanganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Moamari 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 Moamari
According to the 2011 Census, Moamari village had a total population of 333 people, including 177 males and 156 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.23%, with male literacy at 97.02% and female literacy at 82.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150.
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 | 333 | 177 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 163 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 14 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Moamari
Moamari 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 Moamari
Moamari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Moamari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Tufanganj to Moamari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Moamari is about 18 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 Moamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moamari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Moamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moamari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Moamari
Where is Moamari located?
Moamari village is located in Tufanganj - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Moamari is Chilkhana-i.
What is the pincode of Moamari?
The pincode of Moamari is 736134.
What is the population of Moamari?
Moamari had a total population of 333, including 177 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Moamari?
Moamari had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moamari was 90.23%. Male literacy was 97.02% and female literacy was 82.01%.