Chaku Danga - Chakdah, Nadia
Chaku Danga is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 45.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dubra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaku Danga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaku Danga is 322272. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.16 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaku Danga 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 Chaku Danga
As per Census 2011, Chaku Danga village has a total population of 703 people, consisting of 352 males and 351 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaku Danga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 352 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 116 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 238 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 114 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Chaku Danga
Chaku Danga 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 Chaku Danga
Chaku Danga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chaku Danga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakda to Chaku Danga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chaku Danga is about 45.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaku Danga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaku Danga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaku Danga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaku Danga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaku Danga
Where is Chaku Danga located?
Chaku Danga village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaku Danga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaku Danga is Dubra.
What is the pincode of Chaku Danga?
The pincode of Chaku Danga is 741223.
What is the population of Chaku Danga?
Chaku Danga has a total population of 703, including 352 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Chaku Danga?
There are 166 households in Chaku Danga.
What is the literacy rate in Chaku Danga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaku Danga is 63.44%. Male literacy is 67.61% and female literacy is 59.26%.