Harish Chak - Khanakul - II, Hooghly
Harish Chak is a village situated in the Khanakul - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.8 km from Khanakul and around 86.7 km from Chinsura. Sabalsinghapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harish Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harish Chak is 325928. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.56 hectares and falls under the 712416 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harish Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Harish Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Harish Chak village had a total population of 9,570 people, including 4,840 males and 4,730 females, living in 2,215 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 67.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,198.
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 | 9,570 | 4,840 | 4,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,211 | 605 | 606 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,198 | 2,092 | 2,106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,264 | 3,475 | 2,789 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,306 | 1,365 | 1,941 |
Nearby Villages of Harish Chak
Harish Chak 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 Harish Chak
Public transport in the Harish Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Harish Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Harish Chak is about 86.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harish Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harish Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harish 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 Harish 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harish Chak
Where is Harish Chak located?
Harish Chak village is located in Khanakul - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harish Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Harish Chak is Sabalsinghapur.
What is the pincode of Harish Chak?
The pincode of Harish Chak is 712416.
What is the population of Harish Chak?
Harish Chak had a total population of 9,570, including 4,840 males and 4,730 females.
How many households are there in Harish Chak?
Harish Chak had 2,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harish Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harish Chak was 74.94%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 67.63%.