Bira Chak - Jangipara, Hooghly
Bira Chak is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from Jangipara and around 54 km from Chinsura. Rasidpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bira Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bira Chak is 325717. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 712408 pincode. Bargachia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bira Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bira Chak
As per Census 2011, Bira Chak village has a total population of 4 people, consisting of 1 males and 3 females. The village has 1 households and a sex ratio of 3,000 females per 1,000 males. The village has 3 literate and 1 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bira Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Bira Chak
Bira Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Dilakash | East | 0.85 km |
| Bilaspur | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Mandaran Dilakash | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Gabtala | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Khanda Kshetra | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Pashpur | West | 1.45 km |
| Ilampur | North | 1.52 km |
| Kandar Panagar | East | 1.55 km |
| Ranjapur | South | 1.59 km |
| Guti Atra | North-West | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bira Chak
The nearest railway station is Kaikala, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargachia to Bira Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Bira Chak is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bira Chak
Where is Bira Chak located?
Bira Chak village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bira Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Bira Chak is Rasidpur.
What is the pincode of Bira Chak?
The pincode of Bira Chak is 712408.
What is the population of Bira Chak?
Bira Chak has a total population of 4, including 1 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Bira Chak?
There are 1 households in Bira Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Bira Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bira Chak is 75.00%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 66.67%.