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.
Chingra 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chingra 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chingra village:
- The total population of Chingra village is around 341, including approximately 176 males and 165 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Chingra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chingra village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chingra village is about 59.24%, with male literacy at 64.77% and female literacy at 53.33%.
- There are around 81 households in Chingra village.
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%.