Kuchiamora - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Kuchiamora is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from Bongaon and around 64 km from Barasat. Ganganandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuchiamora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuchiamora is 322581. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.02 hectares and falls under the 743710 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kuchiamora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuchiamora
As per Census 2011, Kuchiamora village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 512 males and 463 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 783 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuchiamora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 512 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 33 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 783 | 410 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 389 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 123 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Kuchiamora
Kuchiamora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saishpur | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Bikrampur | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Adityapur | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Chatrabagi | North | 1.30 km |
| Paschim Panchbaria | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Balianpur | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Arsali | East | 2.12 km |
| Panpara | South | 2.24 km |
| Chitrangapur | East | 2.28 km |
| Chamta | South-West | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuchiamora
Kuchiamora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Kuchiamora is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Kuchiamora is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuchiamora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuchiamora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuchiamora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuchiamora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuchiamora
Where is Kuchiamora located?
Kuchiamora village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuchiamora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuchiamora is Ganganandapur.
What is the pincode of Kuchiamora?
The pincode of Kuchiamora is 743710.
What is the population of Kuchiamora?
Kuchiamora has a total population of 975, including 512 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Kuchiamora?
There are 220 households in Kuchiamora.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchiamora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuchiamora is 67.08%. Male literacy is 75.98% and female literacy is 57.24%.