Chak Gopal - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chak Gopal is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 21.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Panjul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Gopal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Gopal is 311033. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.97 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chak Gopal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Gopal
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Gopal village had a total population of 449 people, including 226 males and 223 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.46%, with male literacy at 70.71% and female literacy at 66.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 226 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 140 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 86 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Gopal
Chak Gopal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Gopal
Chak Gopal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gopal is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chak Gopal is about 21.8 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 Gopal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Gopal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Gopal
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 Gopal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Gopal
Where is Chak Gopal located?
Chak Gopal village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Gopal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Gopal is Panjul.
What is the pincode of Chak Gopal?
The pincode of Chak Gopal is 733145.
What is the population of Chak Gopal?
Chak Gopal had a total population of 449, including 226 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Chak Gopal?
Chak Gopal had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Gopal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Gopal was 68.46%. Male literacy was 70.71% and female literacy was 66.15%.