Chak Purohit

Chak Purohit is a village located in Raina I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.7km away from sub-district headquarter Shyamsundar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Chak Purohit village. As per 2009 stats, Hijalna is the gram panchayat of Chak Purohit village.

Chak Purohit 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 Chak Purohit

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Purohit is 320734. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713101. Burdwan is nearest town to Chak Purohit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Chak Purohit

Below is a concise population overview of Chak Purohit as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,230 1,328 902
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 245 130 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 598 322 276
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 129 62 67
Literate Population 1,599 1,057 542
Illiterate Population 631 271 360

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chak Purohit village:

  • The total population of Chak Purohit village is around 2,230, including approximately 1,328 males and 902 females, with a sex ratio of 679 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Chak Purohit village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chak Purohit village has 598 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chak Purohit village is about 71.70%, with male literacy at 79.59% and female literacy at 60.09%.
  • There are around 442 households in Chak Purohit village.

Connectivity of Chak Purohit

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Purohit. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Purohit 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chak Purohit

Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Purohit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Purohit.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Purohit

Where is Chak Purohit located?
Chak Purohit village is situated in Raina I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Purohit?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Purohit is Hijalna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chak Purohit?
The pincode of Chak Purohit is 713101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chak Purohit as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Purohit is 2,230, with 1,328 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Chak Purohit as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chak Purohit village has a total of 442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Purohit as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Purohit is 71.70%. The male literacy rate is 79.59%, while the female literacy rate is 60.09%.