Taher Chak
Taher Chak is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.5km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Taher Chak village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalbati is the gram panchayat of Taher Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Taher Chak unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Taher Chak’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 Taher Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taher Chak is 311278. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733151. Balurghat is nearest town to Taher Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Taher Chak 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 Taher Chak
Population of Taher Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Taher Chak has a total population of about 921, with approximately 473 males and 448 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 124 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 200. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.92%, with male literacy at about 77.80% and female literacy near 61.61%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taher Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 921 | 473 | 448 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 99 | 101 |
Literate Population | 644 | 368 | 276 |
Illiterate Population | 277 | 105 | 172 |
Connectivity of Taher Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taher Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Taher Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taher Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Taher Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taher Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taher Chak
- Where is Taher Chak located?
- Taher Chak village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taher Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Taher Chak is Gopalbati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Taher Chak?
- The pincode of Taher Chak is 733151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taher Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taher Chak is 921, with 473 males and 448 females.
- How many households are there in Taher Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taher Chak village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taher Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taher Chak is 69.92%. The male literacy rate is 77.80%, while the female literacy rate is 61.61%.