Chaktarinipur - Kalyani, Nadia
Chaktarinipur is a village situated in the Kalyani subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8 km from Chakdah and around 50.2 km from Krishnanagar. Madanpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaktarinipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaktarinipur is 322192. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.85 hectares and falls under the 741251 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaktarinipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaktarinipur
According to the 2011 Census, Chaktarinipur village had a total population of 598 people, including 318 males and 280 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.33%, with male literacy at 73.76% and female literacy at 64.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 598 | 318 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 208 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 110 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Chaktarinipur
Chaktarinipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikarpur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Kalipur | West | 1.44 km |
| Srikrishnapur Char | North | 1.63 km |
| Tarinipur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Priyanagar (ct) | East | 1.97 km |
| Durllabhpur | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Durgapur | West | 2.69 km |
| Jangal (ct) | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Iswaripur | South | 2.94 km |
| Umapur | South-West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaktarinipur
Chaktarinipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Chaktarinipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chaktarinipur is about 50.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaktarinipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaktarinipur 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 Chaktarinipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaktarinipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chaktarinipur
Where is Chaktarinipur located?
Chaktarinipur village is located in Kalyani Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaktarinipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaktarinipur is Madanpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Chaktarinipur?
The pincode of Chaktarinipur is 741251.
What is the population of Chaktarinipur?
Chaktarinipur had a total population of 598, including 318 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Chaktarinipur?
Chaktarinipur had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaktarinipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaktarinipur was 69.33%. Male literacy was 73.76% and female literacy was 64.20%.