Chaugachha - Chakdah, Nadia
Chaugachha is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 68.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dewli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaugachha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaugachha is 322249. The village covers a total geographical area of 668 hectares and falls under the 741222 pincode. Chakadaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaugachha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaugachha
As per Census 2011, Chaugachha village has a total population of 8,603 people, consisting of 4,442 males and 4,161 females. The village has 1,941 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 837 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,098 literate and 2,505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaugachha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,603 | 4,442 | 4,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 837 | 416 | 421 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,514 | 3,374 | 3,140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 197 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 6,098 | 3,426 | 2,672 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,505 | 1,016 | 1,489 |
Nearby Villages of Chaugachha
Chaugachha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ber Baria | East | 1.84 km |
| Dumuria | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 1.93 km |
| Mandalhat | West | 2.00 km |
| Sibpur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Goara | North | 2.16 km |
| Rasullapur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Tengra | North | 2.83 km |
| Hing Nara | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Kasimpur | North-West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaugachha
Chaugachha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chakadaha to Chaugachha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chaugachha is about 68.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaugachha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaugachha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaugachha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaugachha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaugachha
Where is Chaugachha located?
Chaugachha village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaugachha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaugachha is Dewli.
What is the pincode of Chaugachha?
The pincode of Chaugachha is 741222.
What is the population of Chaugachha?
Chaugachha has a total population of 8,603, including 4,442 males and 4,161 females.
How many households are there in Chaugachha?
There are 1,941 households in Chaugachha.
What is the literacy rate in Chaugachha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaugachha is 70.88%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 64.22%.