Chamta
About Chamta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chamta village is 306509. Chamta village is located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Chamta village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata is the gram panchayat of Chamta village.
The total geographical area of village is 193.44 hectares. Chamta has a total population of 3,446 peoples, out of which male population is 1,838 while female population is 1,608. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 874 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chamta village is 65.38% out of which 75.57% males and 53.73% females are literate. There are about 700 houses in chamta village. Pincode of chamta village locality is 734009.
When it comes to administration, Chamta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chamta village comes under Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency. Siliguri is nearest town to chamta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Chamta
The population details of Chamta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,446 | 1,838 | 1,608 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 371 | 188 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,008 | 505 | 503 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,610 | 772 | 838 |
| Literate Population | 2,253 | 1,389 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,193 | 449 | 744 |
Connectivity of Chamta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chamta
Where is Chamta located?
Chamta village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamta?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamta is Patharghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chamta?
The pincode of Chamta is 734009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamta is 3,446, with 1,838 males and 1,608 females.
How many households are there in Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chamta village has a total of 700 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamta is 65.38%. The male literacy rate is 75.57%, while the female literacy rate is 53.73%.