Chakanar
Chakanar is a village located in Arambag subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.7km away from sub-district headquarter Arambag (tehsildar office) and 67.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Malaypur Ii is the gram panchayat of Chakanar village.
Chakanar has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chakanar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakanar is 324289. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712615. Arambagh is nearest town to Chakanar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chakanar village comes under Arambag assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chakanar
Population of Chakanar
Below is a concise population overview of Chakanar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 442 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 132 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 562 | 322 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 120 | 197 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakanar village:
- The total population of Chakanar village is around 879, including approximately 442 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Chakanar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakanar village has 271 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chakanar village is about 63.94%, with male literacy at 72.85% and female literacy at 54.92%.
- There are around 192 households in Chakanar village.
Connectivity of Chakanar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakanar. As per the 2011 stats, Chakanar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakanar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakanar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakanar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakanar
- Where is Chakanar located?
- Chakanar village is situated in Arambag Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakanar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakanar is Malaypur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakanar?
- The pincode of Chakanar is 712615, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakanar is 879, with 442 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Chakanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakanar village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakanar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakanar is 63.94%. The male literacy rate is 72.85%, while the female literacy rate is 54.92%.