Chalunia
Chalunia is a village located in Amta I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Amta (tehsildar office) and 32.4km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Anulia is the gram panchayat of Chalunia village.
Here you can discover what makes Chalunia unique in its vibrant Amta I-Haora region. You’ll see Chalunia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chalunia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalunia is 332667. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711303. Uluberia is nearest town to Chalunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chalunia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chalunia
Population of Chalunia
According to the 2011 Census, Chalunia has a total population of about 1,449, with approximately 759 males and 690 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,414 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.53%, with male literacy at about 71.01% and female literacy near 57.39%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalunia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,449 | 759 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 106 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,414 | 739 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 935 | 539 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 220 | 294 |
Connectivity of Chalunia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalunia. As per the 2011 stats, Chalunia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalunia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalunia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalunia
- Where is Chalunia located?
- Chalunia village is situated in Amta I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalunia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chalunia is Anulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chalunia?
- The pincode of Chalunia is 711303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalunia is 1,449, with 759 males and 690 females.
- How many households are there in Chalunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalunia village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalunia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalunia is 64.53%. The male literacy rate is 71.01%, while the female literacy rate is 57.39%.