Chakkasi
Chakkasi is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chakkasi village. As per 2009 stats, Jalghar is the gram panchayat of Chakkasi village.
Chakkasi has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Chakkasi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakkasi is 311152. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733102. Balurghat is nearest town to Chakkasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chakkasi 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.
Google Map of Chakkasi
Population of Chakkasi
Below is a concise population overview of Chakkasi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 394 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 327 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 67 | 82 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakkasi village:
- The total population of Chakkasi village is around 791, including approximately 394 males and 397 females, with a sex ratio of 1007 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Chakkasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakkasi village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chakkasi village is about 81.16%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 79.35%.
- There are around 210 households in Chakkasi village.
Connectivity of Chakkasi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakkasi. As per the 2011 stats, Chakkasi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakkasi
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakkasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakkasi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakkasi
- Where is Chakkasi located?
- Chakkasi village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakkasi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakkasi is Jalghar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakkasi?
- The pincode of Chakkasi is 733102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakkasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakkasi is 791, with 394 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Chakkasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakkasi village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakkasi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakkasi is 81.16%. The male literacy rate is 82.99%, while the female literacy rate is 79.35%.