Khengchi
Khengchi is a village located in Sitalkuchi subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.9km away from sub-district headquarter Sitalkuchi (tehsildar office) and 62.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Bhawerthana is the gram panchayat of Khengchi village.
Khengchi 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 Khengchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khengchi is 308790. The village spans a total geographical area of 435.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736158. Mathabhanga is nearest town to Khengchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Khengchi
Population of Khengchi
Below is a concise population overview of Khengchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,383 | 1,192 | 1,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 129 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,632 | 808 | 824 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 851 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 341 | 521 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khengchi village:
- The total population of Khengchi village is around 2,383, including approximately 1,192 males and 1,191 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Khengchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khengchi village has 1,632 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khengchi village is about 63.83%, with male literacy at 71.39% and female literacy at 56.26%.
- There are around 566 households in Khengchi village.
Connectivity of Khengchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khengchi. As per the 2011 stats, Khengchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khengchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Khengchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khengchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khengchi
- Where is Khengchi located?
- Khengchi village is situated in Sitalkuchi Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khengchi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khengchi is Bhawerthana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khengchi?
- The pincode of Khengchi is 736158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khengchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khengchi is 2,383, with 1,192 males and 1,191 females.
- How many households are there in Khengchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khengchi village has a total of 566 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khengchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khengchi is 63.83%. The male literacy rate is 71.39%, while the female literacy rate is 56.26%.