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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harish Chak
As per Census 2011, Harish Chak village has a total population of 9,570 people, consisting of 4,840 males and 4,730 females. The village has 2,215 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,264 literate and 3,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harish Chak are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 9,570, including 4,840 males and 4,730 females.
How many households are there in Harish Chak?
There are 2,215 households in Harish Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Harish Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harish Chak is 65.45%. Male literacy is 71.80% and female literacy is 58.96%.