Purba Chakla - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Purba Chakla is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15 km from Goghat and around 90.3 km from Chinsura. Kumarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Chakla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Chakla is 324134. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.64 hectares and falls under the 712611 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purba Chakla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Chakla
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Chakla village had a total population of 357 people, including 182 males and 175 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.96%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 60.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 357 | 182 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 63 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Chakla
Purba Chakla 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 Purba Chakla
Public transport in the Purba Chakla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Purba Chakla is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purba Chakla is about 90.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Chakla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Chakla 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Chakla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Chakla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Chakla
Where is Purba Chakla located?
Purba Chakla village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Chakla?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Chakla is Kumarganj.
What is the pincode of Purba Chakla?
The pincode of Purba Chakla is 712611.
What is the population of Purba Chakla?
Purba Chakla had a total population of 357, including 182 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Purba Chakla?
Purba Chakla had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Chakla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Chakla was 67.96%. Male literacy was 75.32% and female literacy was 60.26%.