Chak Shibpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chak Shibpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 56.7 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Shibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Shibpur is 310576. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.93 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Shibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Shibpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Shibpur village had a total population of 847 people, including 466 males and 381 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.85%, with male literacy at 88.50% and female literacy at 82.69%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 847 | 466 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 66 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 354 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 112 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Shibpur
Chak Shibpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Shibpur
Chak Shibpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Shibpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Chak Shibpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chak Shibpur is about 56.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Shibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Shibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Shibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Shibpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Shibpur
Where is Chak Shibpur located?
Chak Shibpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Shibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Shibpur is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Chak Shibpur?
The pincode of Chak Shibpur is 733124.
What is the population of Chak Shibpur?
Chak Shibpur had a total population of 847, including 466 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Chak Shibpur?
Chak Shibpur had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Shibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Shibpur was 85.85%. Male literacy was 88.50% and female literacy was 82.69%.