Chilara
Chilara is a village located in Shyampur Ii subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.6km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 54.2km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Bachhri is the gram panchayat of Chilara village.
Chilara 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 Chilara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilara is 333227. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711312. Khalore is nearest town to Chilara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chilara 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 Shyampur 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 Chilara
Population of Chilara
Below is a concise population overview of Chilara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 310 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 469 | 253 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 57 | 83 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilara village:
- The total population of Chilara village is around 609, including approximately 310 males and 299 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Chilara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilara village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chilara village is about 77.01%, with male literacy at 81.61% and female literacy at 72.24%.
- There are around 136 households in Chilara village.
Connectivity of Chilara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilara. As per the 2011 stats, Chilara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chilara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilara
- Where is Chilara located?
- Chilara village is situated in Shyampur Ii Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilara is Bachhri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chilara?
- The pincode of Chilara is 711312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilara is 609, with 310 males and 299 females.
- How many households are there in Chilara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilara village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilara is 77.01%. The male literacy rate is 81.61%, while the female literacy rate is 72.24%.