Mahishkuchi

Mahishkuchi is a village located in Tufanganj Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.2km away from sub-district headquarter Baksirhat (tehsildar office) and 42.5km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Mahiskuchi I is the gram panchayat of Mahishkuchi village.

Here you can discover what makes Mahishkuchi unique in its vibrant Tufanganj Ii-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Mahishkuchi’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 Mahishkuchi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahishkuchi is 308427. The village spans a total geographical area of 1080.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736131. Tufangunj is nearest town to Mahishkuchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Mahishkuchi

According to the 2011 Census, Mahishkuchi has a total population of about 7,192, with approximately 3,687 males and 3,505 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 828 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,712 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.74%, with male literacy at about 68.24% and female literacy near 56.95%. There are around 1,768 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahishkuchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,192 3,687 3,505
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 828 435 393
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3,712 1,900 1,812
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 6 5
Literate Population 4,512 2,516 1,996
Illiterate Population 2,680 1,171 1,509

Connectivity of Mahishkuchi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahishkuchi. As per the 2011 stats, Mahishkuchi 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahishkuchi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahishkuchi

Where is Mahishkuchi located?
Mahishkuchi village is situated in Tufanganj Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahishkuchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahishkuchi is Mahiskuchi I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahishkuchi?
The pincode of Mahishkuchi is 736131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahishkuchi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahishkuchi is 7,192, with 3,687 males and 3,505 females.
How many households are there in Mahishkuchi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahishkuchi village has a total of 1,768 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahishkuchi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahishkuchi is 62.74%. The male literacy rate is 68.24%, while the female literacy rate is 56.95%.