Chak Balaram - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chak Balaram is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 14.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Binshira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Balaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Balaram is 310982. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.16 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Balaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Balaram
As per Census 2011, Chak Balaram village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 271 males and 248 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 432 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Balaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 271 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 234 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 37 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Balaram
Chak Balaram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbba Krishnapur | South-East | 0.44 km |
| Taher Chak | North-East | 0.68 km |
| Kamarghat | South-East | 0.72 km |
| Nawapara | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Jagadishpur | South | 1.30 km |
| Chak Sidal | North | 1.38 km |
| Brahmakhanda | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Chakbajit | East | 1.44 km |
| Jotgopal | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Rupbati | South | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Balaram
Chak Balaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Chak Balaram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chak Balaram is about 14.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Balaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Balaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Balaram
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 Balaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Balaram
Where is Chak Balaram located?
Chak Balaram village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Balaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Balaram is Binshira.
What is the pincode of Chak Balaram?
The pincode of Chak Balaram is 733126.
What is the population of Chak Balaram?
Chak Balaram has a total population of 519, including 271 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Chak Balaram?
There are 132 households in Chak Balaram.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Balaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Balaram is 83.24%. Male literacy is 86.35% and female literacy is 79.84%.