Chak Fazil - Arambag, Hooghly
Chak Fazil is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from Arambag and around 74.2 km from Chinsura. Batanal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Fazil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Fazil is 324270. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.3 hectares and falls under the 712615 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chak Fazil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arambag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chak Fazil
As per Census 2011, Chak Fazil village has a total population of 999 people, consisting of 525 males and 474 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 750 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Fazil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 | 525 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 421 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 104 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Fazil
Chak Fazil 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sastipur | West | 1.28 km |
| Chak Amad | East | 1.56 km |
| Pahalanpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Chak Hazi | South | 1.81 km |
| Rupsara | North | 1.92 km |
| Batanal | South | 2.13 km |
| Benga | West | 2.23 km |
| Chak Behala | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Uttar Sekhpur | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Binodpur | North-West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Fazil
Chak Fazil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Chak Fazil is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chak Fazil is about 74.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Fazil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Fazil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Fazil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Fazil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Fazil
Where is Chak Fazil located?
Chak Fazil village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Fazil?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Fazil is Batanal.
What is the pincode of Chak Fazil?
The pincode of Chak Fazil is 712615.
What is the population of Chak Fazil?
Chak Fazil has a total population of 999, including 525 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Chak Fazil?
There are 208 households in Chak Fazil.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Fazil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Fazil is 75.08%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 69.41%.