Chand Chak - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Chand Chak is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 45 km from Howrah. Garbhabanipur-sonatala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chand Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chand Chak is 332526. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.87 hectares and falls under the 711412 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Chand Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chand Chak
As per Census 2011, Chand Chak village has a total population of 2,748 people, consisting of 1,388 males and 1,360 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,600 literate and 1,148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,090 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chand Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,748 | 1,388 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 175 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,090 | 1,050 | 1,040 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,600 | 882 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,148 | 506 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Chand Chak
Chand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Manshri | North | 1.37 km |
| Sonatala | East | 1.43 km |
| Gumgar | South | 1.53 km |
| Bedhi Chandrapur | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Uttar Manasri | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Chak Magri | West | 2.11 km |
| Katashia | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Bhabanipur | East | 2.47 km |
| Debipur | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Abhirampur | North-East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chand Chak
Chand Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bagnan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Uluberia to Chand Chak is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Chand Chak is about 45 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 Chand Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chand Chak 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chand 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 Chand Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chand Chak
Where is Chand Chak located?
Chand Chak village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chand Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Chand Chak is Garbhabanipur-sonatala.
What is the pincode of Chand Chak?
The pincode of Chand Chak is 711412.
What is the population of Chand Chak?
Chand Chak has a total population of 2,748, including 1,388 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Chand Chak?
There are 596 households in Chand Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Chand Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chand Chak is 58.22%. Male literacy is 63.54% and female literacy is 52.79%.