Chak Alam - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chak Alam is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.1 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gopalbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Alam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Alam is 311275. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.7 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode.
Chak Alam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Chak Alam
Chak Alam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Janardan | North | 0.77 km |
| Bamnahar | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Chak Sidal | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Bhimpur | East | 1.26 km |
| Barakali | West | 1.50 km |
| Chakbajit | South | 1.59 km |
| Taher Chak | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Kumargram | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Iswarpara | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Chak Balaram | South-West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Alam
Chak Alam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balurghat to Chak Alam is about 12.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Alam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Alam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Alam
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 Alam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Alam
Where is Chak Alam located?
Chak Alam village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Alam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Alam is Gopalbati.
What is the pincode of Chak Alam?
The pincode of Chak Alam is 733145.