Koch Pukur - Bhangar - II, South 24 Parganas
Koch Pukur is a village situated in the Bhangar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.7 km from Bhangar and around 45.8 km from Alipore. Bamanghata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koch Pukur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koch Pukur is 333700. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.37 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Saltlake is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Koch Pukur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koch Pukur
According to the 2011 Census, Koch Pukur village had a total population of 2,598 people, including 1,296 males and 1,302 females, living in 450 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.61%, with male literacy at 82.04% and female literacy at 73.27%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,598 | 1,296 | 1,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 188 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 909 | 828 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 387 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Koch Pukur
Koch Pukur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koch Pukur
Koch Pukur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saltlake to Koch Pukur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Koch Pukur is about 45.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koch Pukur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koch Pukur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koch Pukur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koch Pukur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koch Pukur
Where is Koch Pukur located?
Koch Pukur village is located in Bhangar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koch Pukur?
The Gram Panchayat of Koch Pukur is Bamanghata.
What is the pincode of Koch Pukur?
The pincode of Koch Pukur is 743502.
What is the population of Koch Pukur?
Koch Pukur had a total population of 2,598, including 1,296 males and 1,302 females.
How many households are there in Koch Pukur?
Koch Pukur had 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koch Pukur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koch Pukur was 77.61%. Male literacy was 82.04% and female literacy was 73.27%.