Chakali - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chakali is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 23.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Batun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakali is 310979. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.66 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode.
Chakali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Chakali
Chakali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaitara | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Gunsi | South | 0.88 km |
| Gopinathpur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Saidpur | West | 1.40 km |
| Belpukuria | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Dakshin Keshabpur | West | 1.64 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Indra | South | 1.92 km |
| Harirampur | South | 1.95 km |
| Chandmoua | North-West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakali
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chakali. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balurghat to Chakali is about 23.5 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 Chakali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakali 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 Chakali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakali
Where is Chakali located?
Chakali village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakali is Batun.
What is the pincode of Chakali?
The pincode of Chakali is 733141.