Chak Katalia - Berhampore, Murshidabad
Chak Katalia is a village situated in the Berhampore subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Satui Chaurigachha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Katalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Katalia is 315349. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.01 hectares and falls under the 742405 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chak Katalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Katalia
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Katalia village had a total population of 891 people, including 451 males and 440 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.21%, with male literacy at 61.48% and female literacy at 40.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 574, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 891 | 451 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 285 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 233 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 218 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Katalia
Chak Katalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhabanandapur | South | 1.00 km |
| Parkatalia | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Char Kudla | North | 1.38 km |
| Banamalipur | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Char Bhabanandapur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Chak Dangapara | North | 1.78 km |
| Barlu | South | 2.06 km |
| Katalia | West | 2.34 km |
| Charmahula | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Pakamati Mahula | North | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Katalia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chak Katalia. The nearest railway station is Kanthaliya Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 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 Katalia is about 18 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 Katalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Katalia 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 Chak Katalia
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 Katalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Katalia
Where is Chak Katalia located?
Chak Katalia village is located in Berhampore Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Katalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Katalia is Satui Chaurigachha.
What is the pincode of Chak Katalia?
The pincode of Chak Katalia is 742405.
What is the population of Chak Katalia?
Chak Katalia had a total population of 891, including 451 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Chak Katalia?
Chak Katalia had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Katalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Katalia was 51.21%. Male literacy was 61.48% and female literacy was 40.60%.