Chak Chandan

Chak Chandan is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.9km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chak Chandan village. As per 2009 stats, Chakvrigu is the gram panchayat of Chak Chandan village.

Here you can discover what makes Chak Chandan unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chak Chandan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chak Chandan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Chandan is 311155. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733102. Balurghat is nearest town to Chak Chandan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chak Chandan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chak Chandan

According to the 2011 Census, Chak Chandan has a total population of about 813, with approximately 405 males and 408 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 332 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 343. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.22%, with male literacy at about 80.49% and female literacy near 62.01%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Chandan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 813 405 408
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 30 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 332 160 172
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 343 178 165
Literate Population 579 326 253
Illiterate Population 234 79 155

Connectivity of Chak Chandan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Chandan. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Chandan 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 Chak Chandan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Chandan

Where is Chak Chandan located?
Chak Chandan village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Chandan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Chandan is Chakvrigu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chak Chandan?
The pincode of Chak Chandan is 733102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chak Chandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Chandan is 813, with 405 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chak Chandan village has a total of 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chandan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Chandan is 71.22%. The male literacy rate is 80.49%, while the female literacy rate is 62.01%.