Chak Dangapara - Berhampore, Murshidabad
Chak Dangapara is a village situated in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Rangamati Chandpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Dangapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Dangapara is 315350. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.26 hectares and falls under the 742405 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak Dangapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beldanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Dangapara
As per Census 2011, Chak Dangapara village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 140 males and 156 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Dangapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 140 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 12 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 140 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 74 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Dangapara
Chak Dangapara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Char Kudla | South | 0.42 km |
| Pakamati Mahula | North | 0.86 km |
| Charmahula | East | 1.42 km |
| Parkatalia | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Chhiruti | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Rangamati Chandpara | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Chak Katalia | South | 1.78 km |
| Chak Chandpara | North | 1.84 km |
| Char Khidirpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Kodla | West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Dangapara
Chak Dangapara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kanthaliya Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.6 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Chak Dangapara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Dangapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Dangapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Dangapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Dangapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Dangapara
Where is Chak Dangapara located?
Chak Dangapara village is located in Berhampore Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Dangapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Dangapara is Rangamati Chandpara.
What is the pincode of Chak Dangapara?
The pincode of Chak Dangapara is 742405.
What is the population of Chak Dangapara?
Chak Dangapara has a total population of 296, including 140 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Chak Dangapara?
There are 71 households in Chak Dangapara.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Dangapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Dangapara is 44.59%. Male literacy is 47.14% and female literacy is 42.31%.