Chattakpur Forest - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Chattakpur Forest is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chattakpur Forest is 306463. The village falls under the 734224 pincode.
Chattakpur Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Chattakpur Forest
As per Census 2011, Chattakpur Forest village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 119 males and 110 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chattakpur Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Chattakpur Forest
Chattakpur Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Mamring Khasmahal | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Dayal Thong(d.r.)tea Garden | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Maharani Tea Garden | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Lower Mamring Khasmahal | East | 2.93 km |
| Labda Khasmahal | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Baman Dhura Forest | South | 3.24 km |
| Edenvale Tea Garden | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Mahal Diram Forest | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Ghoom Pahar Forest | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Ring Tong Tea Garden (gunawar) | West | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chattakpur Forest
Chattakpur Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tung, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Chattakpur Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chattakpur Forest 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 Chattakpur Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chattakpur Forest 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chattakpur Forest
Where is Chattakpur Forest located?
Chattakpur Forest village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Chattakpur Forest?
The pincode of Chattakpur Forest is 734224.
What is the population of Chattakpur Forest?
Chattakpur Forest has a total population of 229, including 119 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Chattakpur Forest?
There are 52 households in Chattakpur Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Chattakpur Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chattakpur Forest is 88.65%. Male literacy is 93.28% and female literacy is 83.64%.