Ikarchala
Ikarchala is a village located in Cooch Behar Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 47.9km away from sub-district headquarter Pundibari (tehsildar office) and 8.1km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Ikarchala village.
Here you can discover what makes Ikarchala unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar Ii-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Ikarchala’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 Ikarchala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ikarchala is 308251. The village spans a total geographical area of 345.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736133. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Ikarchala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Ikarchala
Population of Ikarchala
According to the 2011 Census, Ikarchala has a total population of about 2,702, with approximately 1,398 males and 1,304 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,454 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.87%, with male literacy at about 77.04% and female literacy near 64.26%. There are around 675 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ikarchala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,702 | 1,398 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,454 | 753 | 701 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,915 | 1,077 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 321 | 466 |
Connectivity of Ikarchala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ikarchala. As per the 2011 stats, Ikarchala 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 Ikarchala
Knowing the nearby villages of Ikarchala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ikarchala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ikarchala
- Where is Ikarchala located?
- Ikarchala village is situated in Cooch Behar Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ikarchala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ikarchala is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ikarchala?
- The pincode of Ikarchala is 736133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ikarchala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ikarchala is 2,702, with 1,398 males and 1,304 females.
- How many households are there in Ikarchala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ikarchala village has a total of 675 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ikarchala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ikarchala is 70.87%. The male literacy rate is 77.04%, while the female literacy rate is 64.26%.