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
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Darpanarayan village had a total population of 589 people, including 300 males and 289 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.20%, with male literacy at 50.90% and female literacy at 35.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 396, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 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 had a total population of 589, including 300 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Chak Darpanarayan?
Chak Darpanarayan had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Darpanarayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Darpanarayan was 43.20%. Male literacy was 50.90% and female literacy was 35.00%.