Shib Chak - Jangipara, Hooghly
Shib Chak is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from Jangipara and around 54.3 km from Chinsura. Rajbalhat-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shib Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shib Chak is 325676. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.22 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shib Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shib Chak
As per Census 2011, Shib Chak village has a total population of 1,252 people, consisting of 637 males and 615 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shib Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,252 | 637 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 194 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 515 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 122 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Shib Chak
Shib 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morhal | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Par Shyampur | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Binagram | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Kotalpara | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Jhanda | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Mukundapur | East | 1.65 km |
| Naita | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Akri Fatepur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Kuliara | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Tajpur | North | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shib Chak
Shib Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Shib Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Shib Chak is about 54.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shib Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shib Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shib Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shib Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shib Chak
Where is Shib Chak located?
Shib Chak village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shib Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Shib Chak is Rajbalhat-i.
What is the pincode of Shib Chak?
The pincode of Shib Chak is 712401.
What is the population of Shib Chak?
Shib Chak has a total population of 1,252, including 637 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Shib Chak?
There are 265 households in Shib Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Shib Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shib Chak is 74.92%. Male literacy is 80.85% and female literacy is 68.78%.