Chilakhana
About Chilakhana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chilakhana village is 308375. Chilakhana village is located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.7km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Chilkhana I is the gram panchayat of Chilakhana village.
The total geographical area of village is 595.96 hectares. Chilakhana has a total population of 9,263 peoples, out of which male population is 4,791 while female population is 4,472. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 933 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chilakhana village is 64.88% out of which 69.73% males and 59.68% females are literate. There are about 2,271 houses in chilakhana village. Pincode of chilakhana village locality is 736177.
When it comes to administration, Chilakhana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chilakhana village comes under Natabari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency. Tufanganj is nearest town to chilakhana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chilakhana
Population of Chilakhana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,263 | 4,791 | 4,472 |
| Literate Population | 6,010 | 3,341 | 2,669 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,253 | 1,450 | 1,803 |
Connectivity of Chilakhana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilakhana
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilakhana
Where is Chilakhana located?
Chilakhana village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilakhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilakhana is Chilkhana I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chilakhana?
The pincode of Chilakhana is 736177, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chilakhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilakhana is 9,263, with 4,791 males and 4,472 females.
How many households are there in Chilakhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chilakhana village has a total of 2,271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilakhana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilakhana is 64.88%. The male literacy rate is 69.73%, while the female literacy rate is 59.68%.