Chak Chand - Kotulpur, Bankura
Chak Chand is a village situated in the Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Lowgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Chand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Chand is 327913. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.21 hectares and falls under the 722141 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak Chand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indus Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Chand
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Chand village had a total population of 944 people, including 482 males and 462 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 77.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 944 | 482 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 402 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 80 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Chand
Chak Chand 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 Chak Chand
Chak Chand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Chak Chand is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Chand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Chand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Chand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Chand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Chand
Where is Chak Chand located?
Chak Chand village is located in Kotulpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Chand?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Chand is Lowgram.
What is the pincode of Chak Chand?
The pincode of Chak Chand is 722141.
What is the population of Chak Chand?
Chak Chand had a total population of 944, including 482 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chand?
Chak Chand had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chand was 85.37%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 77.11%.