Chingra
Chingra is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chingra village. As per 2009 stats, Amritakhand is the gram panchayat of Chingra village.
Here you can discover what makes Chingra unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chingra’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 Chingra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chingra is 311306. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733153. Balurghat is nearest town to Chingra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chingra village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chingra
Population of Chingra
According to the 2011 Census, Chingra has a total population of about 341, with approximately 176 males and 165 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 220. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.24%, with male literacy at about 64.77% and female literacy near 53.33%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chingra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 176 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 114 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 62 | 77 |
Connectivity of Chingra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chingra. As per the 2011 stats, Chingra 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chingra
Knowing the nearby villages of Chingra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chingra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chingra
- Where is Chingra located?
- Chingra village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chingra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chingra is Amritakhand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chingra?
- The pincode of Chingra is 733153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chingra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chingra is 341, with 176 males and 165 females.
- How many households are there in Chingra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chingra village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chingra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chingra is 59.24%. The male literacy rate is 64.77%, while the female literacy rate is 53.33%.