Chakashan
Chakashan is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 41.8km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Ashokegram is the gram panchayat of Chakashan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chakashan unique in its vibrant Gangarampur-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chakashan’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 Chakashan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakashan is 310729. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Chakashan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chakashan 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 Kumarganj 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 Chakashan
Population of Chakashan
According to the 2011 Census, Chakashan has a total population of about 178, with approximately 86 males and 92 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.62%, with male literacy at about 48.84% and female literacy near 61.96%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chakashan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 178 | 86 | 92 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 99 | 42 | 57 |
Illiterate Population | 79 | 44 | 35 |
Connectivity of Chakashan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakashan. As per the 2011 stats, Chakashan 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 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakashan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakashan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakashan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakashan
- Where is Chakashan located?
- Chakashan village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakashan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakashan is Ashokegram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakashan?
- The pincode of Chakashan is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakashan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakashan is 178, with 86 males and 92 females.
- How many households are there in Chakashan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakashan village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakashan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakashan is 55.62%. The male literacy rate is 48.84%, while the female literacy rate is 61.96%.