Chak Tajpur Village - Chanditala - I, Hooghly
Chak Tajpur is a village situated in the Chanditala - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from Chanditala . Shiyakhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Tajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Tajpur is 325586. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.08 hectares and falls under the 712706 pincode. Serampore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak Tajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jangipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Tajpur
As per Census 2011, Chak Tajpur village has a total population of 2,692 people, consisting of 1,308 males and 1,384 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,945 literate and 747 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Tajpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,692 | 1,308 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,261 | 610 | 651 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,945 | 1,021 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 287 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Tajpur
Chak Tajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandhipur | West | 0.96 km |
| Ilipur | North | 1.16 km |
| Patul | South | 1.38 km |
| Purbba Mallikpur | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Sehakhala | East | 1.92 km |
| Ramchandrapur | West | 1.94 km |
| Gopalnagar | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Jot Radhaballabh | North | 2.25 km |
| Shripatipur | North-East | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Tajpur
Chak Tajpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mirzapur Bankipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Serampore to Chak Tajpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Tajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Tajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Tajpur
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 Tajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Tajpur
Where is Chak Tajpur located?
Chak Tajpur village is located in Chanditala - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Tajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Tajpur is Shiyakhala.
What is the pincode of Chak Tajpur?
The pincode of Chak Tajpur is 712706.
What is the population of Chak Tajpur?
Chak Tajpur has a total population of 2,692, including 1,308 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Chak Tajpur?
There are 618 households in Chak Tajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Tajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Tajpur is 72.25%. Male literacy is 78.06% and female literacy is 66.76%.