Chaukuri

Chaukuri is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 52.3km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 25.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Jiranpur is the gram panchayat of Chaukuri village.

Chaukuri has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chaukuri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaukuri is 308206. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Dinhata is nearest town to Chaukuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chaukuri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chaukuri

Below is a concise population overview of Chaukuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 315 151 164
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 19 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 231 111 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 186 101 85
Illiterate Population 129 50 79

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chaukuri village:

  • The total population of Chaukuri village is around 315, including approximately 151 males and 164 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Chaukuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chaukuri village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chaukuri village is about 59.05%, with male literacy at 66.89% and female literacy at 51.83%.
  • There are around 86 households in Chaukuri village.

Connectivity of Chaukuri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaukuri. As per the 2011 stats, Chaukuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chaukuri

Knowing the nearby villages of Chaukuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaukuri.

Ruierkuthi Bara Balasi Panimarar Kuthi Dhumpur Balasi Barapak Tupamari Dewanbas Daharerpar Chatra Chekapdara Kanikata Seoraguri Kharimala Khagrabari Guriahati

Frequently Asked Questions about Chaukuri

Where is Chaukuri located?
Chaukuri village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukuri is Jiranpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chaukuri?
The pincode of Chaukuri is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaukuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaukuri is 315, with 151 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Chaukuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaukuri village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaukuri is 59.05%. The male literacy rate is 66.89%, while the female literacy rate is 51.83%.