Subal Chak - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Subal Chak is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 45.1 km from Howrah. Pancharul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Subal Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Subal Chak is 332499. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.39 hectares and falls under the 712416 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Subal Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Subal Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Subal Chak village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 769 males and 708 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.50%, with male literacy at 92.57% and female literacy at 83.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 1,477 | 769 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 69 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 648 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 121 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Subal Chak
Subal 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 Subal Chak
Subal Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haora to Subal Chak is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Subal Chak is about 45.1 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 Subal Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Subal Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Subal 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 Subal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Subal Chak
Where is Subal Chak located?
Subal Chak village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Subal Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Subal Chak is Pancharul.
What is the pincode of Subal Chak?
The pincode of Subal Chak is 712416.
What is the population of Subal Chak?
Subal Chak had a total population of 1,477, including 769 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Subal Chak?
Subal Chak had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Subal Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Subal Chak was 88.50%. Male literacy was 92.57% and female literacy was 83.92%.