Chowghara

Chowghara is a village located in Chhatna subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatna. Bankura is the district headquarter of Chowghara village. As per 2009 stats, Chhatna Ii is the gram panchayat of Chowghara village.

Chowghara has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chowghara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chowghara is 326472. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722132. Kamarkuli is nearest town to Chowghara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Chowghara

Below is a concise population overview of Chowghara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 335 168 167
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 22 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 241 119 122
Literate Population 217 129 88
Illiterate Population 118 39 79

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chowghara village:

  • The total population of Chowghara village is around 335, including approximately 168 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Chowghara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chowghara village has 241 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chowghara village is about 64.78%, with male literacy at 76.79% and female literacy at 52.69%.
  • There are around 71 households in Chowghara village.

Connectivity of Chowghara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chowghara. As per the 2011 stats, Chowghara 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chowghara

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

Pinashgarya Ghoramuli Dubrajpur Bamankuli Mandashpara Panchpukhuria Janarddanpur Jhagrapur Bhalai Diha Brajamohanpur Dhengakend

Frequently Asked Questions about Chowghara

Where is Chowghara located?
Chowghara village is situated in Chhatna Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowghara is Chhatna Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chowghara?
The pincode of Chowghara is 722132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chowghara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowghara is 335, with 168 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Chowghara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chowghara village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowghara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowghara is 64.78%. The male literacy rate is 76.79%, while the female literacy rate is 52.69%.