Chakalam
About Chakalam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chakalam village is 319989. Chakalam village is located in Galsi Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Galsi. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Chakalam village. As per 2009 stats, Maszidpur is the gram panchayat of Chakalam village.
The total geographical area of village is 80.04 hectares. Chakalam has a total population of 175 peoples, out of which male population is 88 while female population is 87. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chakalam village is 35.43% out of which 37.50% males and 33.33% females are literate. There are about 43 houses in chakalam village. Pincode of chakalam village locality is 713428.
When it comes to administration, Chakalam 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, Chakalam village comes under Khandaghosh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency. Burdwan is nearest town to chakalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Chakalam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 55 | 58 |
Connectivity of Chakalam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakalam
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakalam
Where is Chakalam located?
Chakalam village is situated in Galsi Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakalam is Maszidpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chakalam?
The pincode of Chakalam is 713428, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakalam is 175, with 88 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Chakalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakalam village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakalam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakalam is 35.43%. The male literacy rate is 37.50%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.