Charkona
Charkona is a village located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 3.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Saptagram is the gram panchayat of Charkona village.
Charkona 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 Charkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charkona is 325090. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712101. Chinsurah Magra is nearest town to Charkona village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Charkona 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 Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Charkona
Population of Charkona
Below is a concise population overview of Charkona 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 | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charkona village:
- The total population of Charkona village is around 63, including approximately 30 males and 33 females, with a sex ratio of 1100 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Charkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Charkona village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Charkona village is about 53.97%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 48.48%.
- There are around 10 households in Charkona village.
Connectivity of Charkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charkona. As per the 2011 stats, Charkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Charkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charkona
- Where is Charkona located?
- Charkona village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charkona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Charkona is Saptagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Charkona?
- The pincode of Charkona is 712101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charkona is 63, with 30 males and 33 females.
- How many households are there in Charkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charkona village has a total of 10 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charkona is 53.97%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 48.48%.