Chak Gobinda - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chak Gobinda is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Boaldar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gobinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gobinda is 311105. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.37 hectares and falls under the 733102 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Gobinda 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.
Population of Chak Gobinda
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Gobinda village had a total population of 502 people, including 262 males and 240 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 80.75% and female literacy at 74.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 262 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 193 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 69 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gobinda
Chak Gobinda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Gobinda
Public transport in the Chak Gobinda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak Gobinda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Chak Gobinda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chak Gobinda is about 11.9 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 Gobinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Gobinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Gobinda
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 Gobinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Gobinda
Where is Chak Gobinda located?
Chak Gobinda village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Gobinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gobinda is Boaldar.
What is the pincode of Chak Gobinda?
The pincode of Chak Gobinda is 733102.
What is the population of Chak Gobinda?
Chak Gobinda had a total population of 502, including 262 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gobinda?
Chak Gobinda had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gobinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gobinda was 77.78%. Male literacy was 80.75% and female literacy was 74.67%.