Chichuria - Nakashipara, Nadia
Chichuria is a village situated in the Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakashipara and around 32.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Bethuadahari-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichuria is 321461. The village covers a total geographical area of 699.3 hectares and falls under the 741126 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Chichuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichuria
As per Census 2011, Chichuria village has a total population of 5,892 people, consisting of 3,034 males and 2,858 females. The village has 1,436 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,951 literate and 1,941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,892 | 3,034 | 2,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 330 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,829 | 939 | 890 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,951 | 2,115 | 1,836 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,941 | 919 | 1,022 |
Nearby Villages of Chichuria
Chichuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagunda | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Belpukuria | East | 1.73 km |
| Baman Danga | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Chak Shukpukuria | West | 2.11 km |
| Chenga | East | 2.36 km |
| Sali | West | 2.56 km |
| Bade Tehatta | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Gobipur | North | 2.90 km |
| Chhota Simulia | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Chak Paschim Simulia | North-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichuria
Chichuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.6 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 Krishna Nagar to Chichuria is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chichuria is about 32.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chichuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chichuria
Where is Chichuria located?
Chichuria village is located in Nakashipara Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichuria is Bethuadahari-ii.
What is the pincode of Chichuria?
The pincode of Chichuria is 741126.
What is the population of Chichuria?
Chichuria has a total population of 5,892, including 3,034 males and 2,858 females.
How many households are there in Chichuria?
There are 1,436 households in Chichuria.
What is the literacy rate in Chichuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichuria is 67.06%. Male literacy is 69.71% and female literacy is 64.24%.