Chakur

Chakur is a village located in Bagnan I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Bagnan (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Sabsit is the gram panchayat of Chakur village.

Chakur has its own place in the vibrant Haora region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chakur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakur is 333026. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711303. Uluberia is nearest town to Chakur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chakur 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 Amta 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.

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Population of Chakur

Below is a concise population overview of Chakur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,047 1,560 1,487
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 316 163 153
Scheduled Castes (SC) 293 157 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,366 1,262 1,104
Illiterate Population 681 298 383

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakur village:

  • The total population of Chakur village is around 3,047, including approximately 1,560 males and 1,487 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Chakur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chakur village has 293 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chakur village is about 77.65%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 74.24%.
  • There are around 676 households in Chakur village.

Connectivity of Chakur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakur. As per the 2011 stats, Chakur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chakur

Knowing the nearby villages of Chakur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chakur

Where is Chakur located?
Chakur village is situated in Bagnan I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakur is Sabsit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chakur?
The pincode of Chakur is 711303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakur is 3,047, with 1,560 males and 1,487 females.
How many households are there in Chakur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakur village has a total of 676 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakur is 77.65%. The male literacy rate is 80.90%, while the female literacy rate is 74.24%.