Chak Amdanga - Chakdah, Nadia
Chak Amdanga is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 42.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Silinda-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Amdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Amdanga is 322270. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.24 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Amdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Amdanga
As per Census 2011, Chak Amdanga village has a total population of 547 people, consisting of 292 males and 255 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Amdanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 292 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 292 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 246 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 46 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Amdanga
Chak Amdanga 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 Chak Amdanga
Chak Amdanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Amdanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakda to Chak Amdanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chak Amdanga is about 42.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Amdanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Amdanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Amdanga
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 Amdanga 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Amdanga
Where is Chak Amdanga located?
Chak Amdanga village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Amdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Amdanga is Silinda-i.
What is the pincode of Chak Amdanga?
The pincode of Chak Amdanga is 741223.
What is the population of Chak Amdanga?
Chak Amdanga has a total population of 547, including 292 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Chak Amdanga?
There are 117 households in Chak Amdanga.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Amdanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Amdanga is 83.36%. Male literacy is 84.25% and female literacy is 82.35%.