Purbba Thakurani Chak - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Purbba Thakurani Chak is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Khanakul and around 89.8 km from Chinsura. Thakuranichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Thakurani Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Thakurani Chak is 325822. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.87 hectares and falls under the 712613 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purbba Thakurani Chak 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 Purbba Thakurani Chak
As per Census 2011, Purbba Thakurani Chak village has a total population of 7,076 people, consisting of 3,578 males and 3,498 females. The village has 1,578 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 768 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,214 literate and 1,862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 979 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Thakurani Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,076 | 3,578 | 3,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 768 | 406 | 362 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 979 | 499 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 5,214 | 2,882 | 2,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,862 | 696 | 1,166 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Thakurani Chak
Purbba Thakurani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Thakurani Chak | West | 1.04 km |
| Sankarpur | East | 1.38 km |
| Kanchra | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Kaknan | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Gangaprasad | West | 2.09 km |
| Chaulisinghapur (p) | West | 2.61 km |
| Madhabkundu | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Daulatchak | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Mainan | East | 3.01 km |
| Paschim Ghoshpur | North-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Thakurani Chak
Purbba Thakurani Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deulti, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Purbba Thakurani Chak is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Thakurani Chak is about 89.8 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 Purbba Thakurani Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Thakurani Chak 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 Purbba Thakurani 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 Purbba Thakurani Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Thakurani Chak
Where is Purbba Thakurani Chak located?
Purbba Thakurani Chak village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Thakurani Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Thakurani Chak is Thakuranichak.
What is the pincode of Purbba Thakurani Chak?
The pincode of Purbba Thakurani Chak is 712613.
What is the population of Purbba Thakurani Chak?
Purbba Thakurani Chak has a total population of 7,076, including 3,578 males and 3,498 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Thakurani Chak?
There are 1,578 households in Purbba Thakurani Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Thakurani Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Thakurani Chak is 73.69%. Male literacy is 80.55% and female literacy is 66.67%.