Raserkuthi - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Raserkuthi is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 48 km from Pundibari and around 8.1 km from Cooch Behar. Dhangdhinguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raserkuthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raserkuthi is 308288. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.67 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Kochbihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raserkuthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raserkuthi
According to the 2011 Census, Raserkuthi village had a total population of 1,458 people, including 775 males and 683 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.06%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 77.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 1,458 | 775 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 605 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 170 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Raserkuthi
Raserkuthi 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 Raserkuthi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raserkuthi. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Raserkuthi.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochbihar to Raserkuthi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Raserkuthi is about 8.1 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raserkuthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raserkuthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raserkuthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raserkuthi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raserkuthi
Where is Raserkuthi located?
Raserkuthi village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raserkuthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raserkuthi is Dhangdhinguri.
What is the pincode of Raserkuthi?
The pincode of Raserkuthi is 736165.
What is the population of Raserkuthi?
Raserkuthi had a total population of 1,458, including 775 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Raserkuthi?
Raserkuthi had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raserkuthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raserkuthi was 83.06%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 77.45%.