Charkhi
Charkhi is a village located in Ketugram Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.8km away from sub-district headquarter Kandara. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Charkhi village. As per 2009 stats, Billeswar is the gram panchayat of Charkhi village.
Charkhi has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Charkhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charkhi is 319241. The village spans a total geographical area of 353.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713150. Katwa is nearest town to Charkhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Charkhi
Population of Charkhi
Below is a concise population overview of Charkhi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,727 | 1,897 | 1,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 207 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,313 | 637 | 676 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,366 | 1,314 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 583 | 778 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charkhi village:
- The total population of Charkhi village is around 3,727, including approximately 1,897 males and 1,830 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 415 children aged 0–6 years in Charkhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Charkhi village has 1,313 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 53 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Charkhi village is about 63.48%, with male literacy at 69.27% and female literacy at 57.49%.
- There are around 890 households in Charkhi village.
Connectivity of Charkhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charkhi. As per the 2011 stats, Charkhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Charkhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Charkhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charkhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charkhi
- Where is Charkhi located?
- Charkhi village is situated in Ketugram Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charkhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Charkhi is Billeswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Charkhi?
- The pincode of Charkhi is 713150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charkhi is 3,727, with 1,897 males and 1,830 females.
- How many households are there in Charkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charkhi village has a total of 890 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charkhi is 63.48%. The male literacy rate is 69.27%, while the female literacy rate is 57.49%.