Bhagaban Chak - Sankrail, Jhargram
Bhagaban Chak is a village situated in the Sankrail subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Andhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhagaban Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagaban Chak is 341231. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.83 hectares and falls under the 721516 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhagaban Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhagaban Chak
As per Census 2011, Bhagaban Chak village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 251 males and 246 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhagaban Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 251 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 213 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 146 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 105 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagaban Chak
Bhagaban 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 Bhagaban Chak
Bhagaban Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Bhagaban Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagaban Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagaban Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhagaban 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 Bhagaban Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhagaban Chak
Where is Bhagaban Chak located?
Bhagaban Chak village is located in Sankrail Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhagaban Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhagaban Chak is Andhari.
What is the pincode of Bhagaban Chak?
The pincode of Bhagaban Chak is 721516.
What is the population of Bhagaban Chak?
Bhagaban Chak has a total population of 497, including 251 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Bhagaban Chak?
There are 114 households in Bhagaban Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagaban Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagaban Chak is 51.31%. Male literacy is 58.17% and female literacy is 44.31%.