Chak Darpanarayan - Tapan, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chak Darpanarayan is a village situated in the Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Autina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Darpanarayan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Darpanarayan is 311605. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.6 hectares and falls under the 733127 pincode.
Chak Darpanarayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Darpanarayan
As per Census 2011, Chak Darpanarayan village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 300 males and 289 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Darpanarayan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 300 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 205 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 141 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 159 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Darpanarayan
Chak Darpanarayan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamalgachhi | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Dakshin Harsura | East | 1.14 km |
| Bishnupur | West | 1.18 km |
| Naighati | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Jadubati | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Sankarbati | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Chak Jalal | South | 1.54 km |
| Dilalpur | East | 1.80 km |
| Madnahar | North | 2.07 km |
| Jasurapara | South-West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Darpanarayan
Chak Darpanarayan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Darpanarayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Darpanarayan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Darpanarayan
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 Darpanarayan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Darpanarayan
Where is Chak Darpanarayan located?
Chak Darpanarayan village is located in Tapan Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Darpanarayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Darpanarayan is Autina.
What is the pincode of Chak Darpanarayan?
The pincode of Chak Darpanarayan is 733127.
What is the population of Chak Darpanarayan?
Chak Darpanarayan has a total population of 589, including 300 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Chak Darpanarayan?
There are 143 households in Chak Darpanarayan.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Darpanarayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Darpanarayan is 39.39%. Male literacy is 47.00% and female literacy is 31.49%.