Hetam Chak - Pursura, Hooghly
Hetam Chak is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Pursura and around 53.4 km from Chinsura. Chiladangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hetam Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hetam Chak is 324427. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.56 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswer is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hetam Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hetam Chak
As per Census 2011, Hetam Chak village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 756 males and 655 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hetam Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 756 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 258 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 619 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 137 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Hetam Chak
Hetam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarush | West | 0.83 km |
| Beremul | East | 1.48 km |
| Akri Fatepur | South | 1.55 km |
| Sachak | North | 1.56 km |
| Binagram | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Shrirampur | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Tajpur | East | 1.86 km |
| Balarampur | West | 1.90 km |
| Harihar | North | 2.04 km |
| Chilladangi | South-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hetam Chak
Hetam Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswer to Hetam Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Hetam Chak is about 53.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hetam Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hetam Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hetam 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 Hetam Chak 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hetam Chak
Where is Hetam Chak located?
Hetam Chak village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hetam Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Hetam Chak is Chiladangi.
What is the pincode of Hetam Chak?
The pincode of Hetam Chak is 712401.
What is the population of Hetam Chak?
Hetam Chak has a total population of 1,411, including 756 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Hetam Chak?
There are 344 households in Hetam Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Hetam Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hetam Chak is 76.05%. Male literacy is 81.88% and female literacy is 69.31%.