Hourgari
Hourgari is a village located in Cooch Behar I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 30.2km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughumari (tehsildar office) and 7.8km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Ghughumari is the gram panchayat of Hourgari village.
Here you can discover what makes Hourgari unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Hourgari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Hourgari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hourgari is 308096. The village spans a total geographical area of 189.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736170. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Hourgari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Hourgari
Population of Hourgari
According to the 2011 Census, Hourgari has a total population of about 3,247, with approximately 1,692 males and 1,555 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 486 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 178 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.66%, with male literacy at about 67.32% and female literacy near 59.68%. There are around 725 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hourgari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,247 | 1,692 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 255 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,067 | 1,139 | 928 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,180 | 553 | 627 |
Connectivity of Hourgari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hourgari. As per the 2011 stats, Hourgari 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 Hourgari
Knowing the nearby villages of Hourgari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hourgari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hourgari
- Where is Hourgari located?
- Hourgari village is situated in Cooch Behar I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hourgari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hourgari is Ghughumari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hourgari?
- The pincode of Hourgari is 736170, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hourgari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hourgari is 3,247, with 1,692 males and 1,555 females.
- How many households are there in Hourgari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hourgari village has a total of 725 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hourgari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hourgari is 63.66%. The male literacy rate is 67.32%, while the female literacy rate is 59.68%.