Chamta
Chamta is a village located in Sitai subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Sitai (tehsildar office) and 53.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Chamta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chamta unique in its vibrant Sitai-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Chamta’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 Chamta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chamta is 308757. The village spans a total geographical area of 1192.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736168. Dinhata is nearest town to Chamta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chamta
Population of Chamta
According to the 2011 Census, Chamta has a total population of about 9,469, with approximately 4,802 males and 4,667 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,302 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,642 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.54%, with male literacy at about 57.96% and female literacy near 46.97%. There are around 2,251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chamta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,469 | 4,802 | 4,667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,302 | 647 | 655 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,642 | 2,870 | 2,772 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,975 | 2,783 | 2,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,494 | 2,019 | 2,475 |
Connectivity of Chamta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chamta. As per the 2011 stats, Chamta 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chamta
Knowing the nearby villages of Chamta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chamta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chamta
- Where is Chamta located?
- Chamta village is situated in Sitai Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chamta?
- Chamta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chamta?
- The pincode of Chamta is 736168, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamta is 9,469, with 4,802 males and 4,667 females.
- How many households are there in Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chamta village has a total of 2,251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chamta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamta is 52.54%. The male literacy rate is 57.96%, while the female literacy rate is 46.97%.