Chakshri
Chakshri is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 37.9km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Chaloon is the gram panchayat of Chakshri village.
Chakshri 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 Chakshri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakshri is 310695. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733140. Gangarampur is nearest town to Chakshri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chakshri 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 Chakshri
Population of Chakshri
Below is a concise population overview of Chakshri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 409 | 215 | 194 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 115 | 98 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
Literate Population | 157 | 103 | 54 |
Illiterate Population | 252 | 112 | 140 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakshri village:
- The total population of Chakshri village is around 409, including approximately 215 males and 194 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Chakshri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakshri village has 213 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 177 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chakshri village is about 38.39%, with male literacy at 47.91% and female literacy at 27.84%.
- There are around 100 households in Chakshri village.
Connectivity of Chakshri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakshri. As per the 2011 stats, Chakshri 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakshri
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakshri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakshri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakshri
- Where is Chakshri located?
- Chakshri village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakshri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakshri is Chaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakshri?
- The pincode of Chakshri is 733140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakshri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakshri is 409, with 215 males and 194 females.
- How many households are there in Chakshri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakshri village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakshri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakshri is 38.39%. The male literacy rate is 47.91%, while the female literacy rate is 27.84%.