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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chak Chand village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 482 males and 462 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Chand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 482 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| 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 has a total population of 944, including 482 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chand?
There are 190 households in Chak Chand.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chand is 75.42%. Male literacy is 83.40% and female literacy is 67.10%.