Chaukighata
About Chaukighata
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chaukighata village is 326686. Chaukighata village is located in Indpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Indpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Chaukighata village. As per 2009 stats, Raghunathpur is the gram panchayat of Chaukighata village.
The total geographical area of village is 177.28 hectares. Chaukighata has a total population of 1,592 peoples, out of which male population is 831 while female population is 761. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chaukighata village is 59.42% out of which 72.68% males and 44.94% females are literate. There are about 315 houses in chaukighata village. Pincode of chaukighata village locality is 722173.
When it comes to administration, Chaukighata village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chaukighata village comes under Chhatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bankura Lok Sabha constituency. Bankura is nearest town to chaukighata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Chaukighata
The population details of Chaukighata cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,592 | 831 | 761 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 890 | 463 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 604 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 227 | 419 |
Connectivity of Chaukighata
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaukighata
Where is Chaukighata located?
Chaukighata village is situated in Indpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukighata?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukighata is Raghunathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chaukighata?
The pincode of Chaukighata is 722173, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chaukighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaukighata is 1,592, with 831 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Chaukighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chaukighata village has a total of 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukighata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaukighata is 59.42%. The male literacy rate is 72.68%, while the female literacy rate is 44.94%.