Garkuta

Garkuta is a village located in Mathabhanga Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.8km away from sub-district headquarter Bhogmara (tehsildar office) and 26.7km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Nishiganj I is the gram panchayat of Garkuta village.

Garkuta 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 Garkuta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkuta is 307984. The village spans a total geographical area of 9.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736146. Mathabhanga is nearest town to Garkuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Garkuta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 190 95 95
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 14 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 160 80 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 107 55 52
Illiterate Population 83 40 43

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

  • The total population of Garkuta village is around 190, including approximately 95 males and 95 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Garkuta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garkuta village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Garkuta village is about 56.32%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 54.74%.
  • There are around 44 households in Garkuta village.

Connectivity of Garkuta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Garkuta 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 Garkuta

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

Ghughumari Dumniguri Runibari Chhannamadar Asmanirghat Kanibilkankanguri Kodalksheti Khokobari Chhat Dumniguri Purbba Nilangibari Chakiar Chhara

Frequently Asked Questions about Garkuta

Where is Garkuta located?
Garkuta village is situated in Mathabhanga Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkuta is Nishiganj I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Garkuta?
The pincode of Garkuta is 736146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Garkuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkuta is 190, with 95 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Garkuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Garkuta village has a total of 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkuta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkuta is 56.32%. The male literacy rate is 57.89%, while the female literacy rate is 54.74%.