Chakhay
About Chakhay
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chakhay village is 311240. Chakhay village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.4km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chakhay village. As per 2009 stats, Patriram is the gram panchayat of Chakhay village.
The total geographical area of village is 80.3 hectares. Chakhay has a total population of 1,087 peoples, out of which male population is 563 while female population is 524. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 930 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chakhay village is 64.21% out of which 69.27% males and 58.78% females are literate. There are about 266 houses in chakhay village. Pincode of chakhay village locality is 733127.
When it comes to administration, Chakhay village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chakhay village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to chakhay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Chakhay
The population details of Chakhay cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,087 | 563 | 524 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 113 | 50 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 352 | 172 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 390 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 173 | 216 |
Connectivity of Chakhay
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chakhay
Where is Chakhay located?
Chakhay village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakhay?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakhay is Patriram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chakhay?
The pincode of Chakhay is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakhay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakhay is 1,087, with 563 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Chakhay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakhay village has a total of 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakhay as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakhay is 64.21%. The male literacy rate is 69.27%, while the female literacy rate is 58.78%.