Chalunda
About Chalunda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chalunda village is 310739. Chalunda village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 41.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Uday is the gram panchayat of Chalunda village.
The total geographical area of village is 107.74 hectares. Chalunda has a total population of 1,187 peoples, out of which male population is 608 while female population is 579. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chalunda village is 59.56% out of which 62.66% males and 56.30% females are literate. There are about 259 houses in chalunda village. Pincode of chalunda village locality is 733140.
When it comes to administration, Chalunda 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, Chalunda village comes under Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to chalunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Chalunda
The population details of Chalunda 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 | 1,187 | 608 | 579 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 212 | 104 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 381 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 227 | 253 |
Connectivity of Chalunda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chalunda
Where is Chalunda located?
Chalunda village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalunda is Uday (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalunda?
The pincode of Chalunda is 733140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalunda is 1,187, with 608 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Chalunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalunda village has a total of 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalunda is 59.56%. The male literacy rate is 62.66%, while the female literacy rate is 56.30%.