Kaorai

Kaorai is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.4km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 33.7km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Okrabari is the gram panchayat of Kaorai village.

Kaorai 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 Kaorai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaorai is 308544. The village spans a total geographical area of 197.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736135. Dinhata is nearest town to Kaorai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kaorai 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 Sitai 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 Kaorai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,848 1,422 1,426
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 386 184 202
Scheduled Castes (SC) 131 66 65
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,701 928 773
Illiterate Population 1,147 494 653

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

  • The total population of Kaorai village is around 2,848, including approximately 1,422 males and 1,426 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 386 children aged 0–6 years in Kaorai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kaorai village has 131 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kaorai village is about 59.73%, with male literacy at 65.26% and female literacy at 54.21%.
  • There are around 674 households in Kaorai village.

Connectivity of Kaorai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaorai. As per the 2011 stats, Kaorai 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kaorai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaorai

Where is Kaorai located?
Kaorai village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaorai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaorai is Okrabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kaorai?
The pincode of Kaorai is 736135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kaorai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaorai is 2,848, with 1,422 males and 1,426 females.
How many households are there in Kaorai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kaorai village has a total of 674 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaorai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaorai is 59.73%. The male literacy rate is 65.26%, while the female literacy rate is 54.21%.