Chak Jalkar
Chak Jalkar is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.8km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 80.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Arunda is the gram panchayat of Chak Jalkar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chak Jalkar unique in its vibrant Khanakul I-Hugli region. You’ll see Chak Jalkar’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 Chak Jalkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chak Jalkar is 325895. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712406. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Chak Jalkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chak Jalkar 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 Pursurah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chak Jalkar
Population of Chak Jalkar
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Jalkar has a total population of about 296, with approximately 142 males and 154 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 294 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 53.04%, with male literacy at about 66.20% and female literacy near 40.91%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chak Jalkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 296 | 142 | 154 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 19 | 35 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 142 | 152 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 157 | 94 | 63 |
Illiterate Population | 139 | 48 | 91 |
Connectivity of Chak Jalkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chak Jalkar. As per the 2011 stats, Chak Jalkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chak Jalkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chak Jalkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chak Jalkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chak Jalkar
- Where is Chak Jalkar located?
- Chak Jalkar village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chak Jalkar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chak Jalkar is Arunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chak Jalkar?
- The pincode of Chak Jalkar is 712406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chak Jalkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chak Jalkar is 296, with 142 males and 154 females.
- How many households are there in Chak Jalkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chak Jalkar village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chak Jalkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chak Jalkar is 53.04%. The male literacy rate is 66.20%, while the female literacy rate is 40.91%.