Chhunche

Chhunche is a village located in Chanditala I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.3km away from sub-district headquarter Chanditala . Chinsura is the district headquarter of Chhunche village. As per 2009 stats, Masat is the gram panchayat of Chhunche village.

Here you can discover what makes Chhunche unique in its vibrant Chanditala I-Hugli region. You’ll see Chhunche’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chhunche

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhunche is 325592. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712701. Serampore is nearest town to Chhunche village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chhunche village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jangipara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chhunche

According to the 2011 Census, Chhunche has a total population of about 2,569, with approximately 1,228 males and 1,341 females. The sex ratio is around 1092 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 335 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.66%, with male literacy at about 73.78% and female literacy near 69.72%. There are around 493 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhunche's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,569 1,228 1,341
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 335 175 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,841 906 935
Illiterate Population 728 322 406

Connectivity of Chhunche

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhunche. As per the 2011 stats, Chhunche had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chhunche

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhunche helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhunche.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhunche

Where is Chhunche located?
Chhunche village is situated in Chanditala I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhunche?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhunche is Masat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chhunche?
The pincode of Chhunche is 712701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chhunche as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhunche is 2,569, with 1,228 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Chhunche as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhunche village has a total of 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhunche as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhunche is 71.66%. The male literacy rate is 73.78%, while the female literacy rate is 69.72%.