Chak Mohan - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chak Mohan is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 35.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jakirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Mohan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Mohan is 310798. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.35 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Mohan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Mohan
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Mohan village had a total population of 1,037 people, including 522 males and 515 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 74.94% and female literacy at 74.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 1,037 | 522 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 79 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 332 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 190 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Mohan
Chak Mohan 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 Mohan
Chak Mohan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mohan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chak Mohan is about 35.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Mohan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Mohan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Mohan
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 Mohan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Mohan
Where is Chak Mohan located?
Chak Mohan village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Mohan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Mohan is Jakirpur.
What is the pincode of Chak Mohan?
The pincode of Chak Mohan is 733141.
What is the population of Chak Mohan?
Chak Mohan had a total population of 1,037, including 522 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Chak Mohan?
Chak Mohan had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Mohan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Mohan was 74.60%. Male literacy was 74.94% and female literacy was 74.25%.