Chamta
Chamta is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.7km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chamta village. As per 2009 stats, Chakvrigu is the gram panchayat of Chamta village.
Chamta 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 Chamta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chamta is 311160. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733102. Balurghat is nearest town to Chamta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chamta 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 Chamta
Population of Chamta
Below is a concise population overview of Chamta 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 | 468 | 244 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 180 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 64 | 100 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chamta village:
- The total population of Chamta village is around 468, including approximately 244 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Chamta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chamta village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chamta village is about 64.96%, with male literacy at 73.77% and female literacy at 55.36%.
- There are around 117 households in Chamta village.
Connectivity of Chamta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chamta. As per the 2011 stats, Chamta 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chamta
Knowing the nearby villages of Chamta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chamta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chamta
- Where is Chamta located?
- Chamta village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chamta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chamta is Chakvrigu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chamta?
- The pincode of Chamta is 733102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamta is 468, with 244 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chamta village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamta is 64.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.77%, while the female literacy rate is 55.36%.