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 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 Chota Choughara
As per Census 2011, Chota Choughara village has a total population of 1,196 people, consisting of 595 males and 601 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 187 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chota Choughara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,196 | 595 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,196, including 595 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Chota Choughara?
There are 264 households in Chota Choughara.
What is the literacy rate in Chota Choughara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chota Choughara is 84.36%. Male literacy is 88.57% and female literacy is 80.20%.