Chakrapur - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Chakrapur is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.5 km from Khanakul and around 81.9 km from Chinsura. Khanakul-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakrapur is 325854. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.07 hectares and falls under the 712406 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chakrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanakul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chakrapur village had a total population of 1,969 people, including 987 males and 982 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.57%, with male literacy at 88.39% and female literacy at 78.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 1,969 | 987 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 100 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 104 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,470 | 784 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 203 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Chakrapur
Chakrapur 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 Chakrapur
Chakrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Chakrapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chakrapur is about 81.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakrapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chakrapur
Where is Chakrapur located?
Chakrapur village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakrapur is Khanakul-i.
What is the pincode of Chakrapur?
The pincode of Chakrapur is 712406.
What is the population of Chakrapur?
Chakrapur had a total population of 1,969, including 987 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Chakrapur?
Chakrapur had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakrapur was 83.57%. Male literacy was 88.39% and female literacy was 78.67%.