Chalun
About Chalun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chalun village is 310710. Chalun village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Chaloon is the gram panchayat of Chalun village.
The total geographical area of village is 431.17 hectares. Chalun has a total population of 2,527 peoples, out of which male population is 1,326 while female population is 1,201. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 905 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chalun village is 59.68% out of which 64.40% males and 54.45% females are literate. There are about 570 houses in chalun village. Pincode of chalun village locality is 733140.
When it comes to administration, Chalun village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chalun village comes under Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to chalun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Chalun
The population details of Chalun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,527 | 1,326 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 338 | 168 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 463 | 248 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 534 | 268 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 1,508 | 854 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 472 | 547 |
Connectivity of Chalun
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chalun
Where is Chalun located?
Chalun village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalun?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalun is Chaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalun?
The pincode of Chalun is 733140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalun is 2,527, with 1,326 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Chalun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalun village has a total of 570 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalun is 59.68%. The male literacy rate is 64.40%, while the female literacy rate is 54.45%.