Charkona - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Charkona is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Chinsurah and around 3.1 km from Chinsura. Bandel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkona is 325090. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.86 hectares and falls under the 712101 pincode.
Charkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charkona
As per Census 2011, Charkona village has a total population of 63 people, consisting of 30 males and 33 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Charkona
Charkona 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 Charkona
Public transport in the Charkona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Charkona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chinsura to Charkona is about 3.1 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Charkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkona 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charkona
Where is Charkona located?
Charkona village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkona is Bandel.
What is the pincode of Charkona?
The pincode of Charkona is 712101.
What is the population of Charkona?
Charkona has a total population of 63, including 30 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Charkona?
There are 10 households in Charkona.
What is the literacy rate in Charkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkona is 53.97%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 48.48%.