Chau Bera - Pandua, Hooghly
Chau Bera is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from Pandua and around 43.9 km from Chinsura. Bantikabainchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chau Bera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chau Bera is 324764. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.45 hectares and falls under the 712135 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chau Bera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chau Bera
As per Census 2011, Chau Bera village has a total population of 2,261 people, consisting of 1,146 males and 1,115 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,254 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,489 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 481 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chau Bera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,261 | 1,146 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 114 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,489 | 750 | 739 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 234 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 718 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 428 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Chau Bera
Chau Bera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ballal Dighi | North | 1.62 km |
| Panch Gara | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Bhuin Mohan | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Goara | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Bainchi | West | 2.60 km |
| Sargaria | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Simlagar | South | 2.64 km |
| Gahami | North | 2.76 km |
| Champahati | South | 2.96 km |
| Torgram | South-East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chau Bera
Chau Bera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simlagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Memari to Chau Bera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chau Bera is about 43.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chau Bera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chau Bera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chau Bera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chau Bera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chau Bera
Where is Chau Bera located?
Chau Bera village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chau Bera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chau Bera is Bantikabainchi.
What is the pincode of Chau Bera?
The pincode of Chau Bera is 712135.
What is the population of Chau Bera?
Chau Bera has a total population of 2,261, including 1,146 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Chau Bera?
There are 522 households in Chau Bera.
What is the literacy rate in Chau Bera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chau Bera is 55.46%. Male literacy is 62.65% and female literacy is 48.07%.