Kuchhia Mora - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Kuchhia Mora is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Haroa. Sonapukur Sankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuchhia Mora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuchhia Mora is 323679. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.36 hectares and falls under the 743425 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kuchhia Mora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Minakhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuchhia Mora
As per Census 2011, Kuchhia Mora village has a total population of 1,846 people, consisting of 917 males and 929 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuchhia Mora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,846 | 917 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 114 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 599 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 318 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Kuchhia Mora
Kuchhia Mora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhujargachha | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Salipur | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Shankarpur | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Kalianai | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Kulgachhi | South | 1.88 km |
| Kalinagar | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Mazampur | North | 2.11 km |
| Haripur | West | 2.12 km |
| Nazarnagar | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Serpur | South-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuchhia Mora
Kuchhia Mora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhasila, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Kuchhia Mora is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuchhia Mora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuchhia Mora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuchhia Mora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuchhia Mora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuchhia Mora
Where is Kuchhia Mora located?
Kuchhia Mora village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuchhia Mora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuchhia Mora is Sonapukur Sankarpur.
What is the pincode of Kuchhia Mora?
The pincode of Kuchhia Mora is 743425.
What is the population of Kuchhia Mora?
Kuchhia Mora has a total population of 1,846, including 917 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Kuchhia Mora?
There are 428 households in Kuchhia Mora.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchhia Mora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuchhia Mora is 62.84%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 60.39%.