Chapaguri - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Chapaguri is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.5 km from Madarihat and around 65.5 km from Jalpaiguri . Rangalibajna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapaguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapaguri is 307081. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.16 hectares and falls under the 735213 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chapaguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chapaguri
According to the 2011 Census, Chapaguri village had a total population of 2,088 people, including 1,096 males and 992 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.17%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 60.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 556.
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 | 2,088 | 1,096 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 312 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 1,201 | 686 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 410 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Chapaguri
Chapaguri 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 Chapaguri
Chapaguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chapaguri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairkata to Chapaguri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Chapaguri is about 65.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapaguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapaguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chapaguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapaguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chapaguri
Where is Chapaguri located?
Chapaguri village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapaguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapaguri is Rangalibajna.
What is the pincode of Chapaguri?
The pincode of Chapaguri is 735213.
What is the population of Chapaguri?
Chapaguri had a total population of 2,088, including 1,096 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Chapaguri?
Chapaguri had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapaguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapaguri was 66.17%. Male literacy was 71.68% and female literacy was 60.02%.