Chota Choughara - Chanditala - I, Hooghly
Chota Choughara is a village situated in the Chanditala - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.4 km from Chanditala . Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chota Choughara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chota Choughara is 325612. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.4 hectares and falls under the 712701 pincode. Serampur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chota Choughara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Chota Choughara
According to the 2011 Census, Chota Choughara village had a total population of 1,196 people, including 595 males and 601 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.23%, with male literacy at 96.52% and female literacy at 87.96%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,196 | 595 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 527 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 68 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Chota Choughara
Chota Choughara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chota Choughara
Chota Choughara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Serampur to Chota Choughara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chota Choughara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chota Choughara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chota Choughara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chota Choughara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chota Choughara
Where is Chota Choughara located?
Chota Choughara village is located in Chanditala - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chota Choughara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chota Choughara is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Chota Choughara?
The pincode of Chota Choughara is 712701.
What is the population of Chota Choughara?
Chota Choughara had a total population of 1,196, including 595 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Chota Choughara?
Chota Choughara had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chota Choughara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chota Choughara was 92.23%. Male literacy was 96.52% and female literacy was 87.96%.