Monoharpur Chak - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Monoharpur Chak is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Bagda and around 74 km from Barasat. Ranaghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Monoharpur Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monoharpur Chak is 322429. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.88 hectares and falls under the 743270 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Monoharpur Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Monoharpur Chak
As per Census 2011, Monoharpur Chak village has a total population of 1,098 people, consisting of 574 males and 524 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 785 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,064 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Monoharpur Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,098 | 574 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,064 | 554 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 454 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 120 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Monoharpur Chak
Monoharpur Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baneshwarpur | East | 0.96 km |
| Auldanga | North | 1.04 km |
| Ainshghata | South | 1.13 km |
| Purba Bhabanipur | West | 1.15 km |
| Baikola | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Beara Chak | West | 1.78 km |
| Daharpota | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Berbari | East | 1.96 km |
| Purbba Hunda | South | 2.01 km |
| Kulia | North | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Monoharpur Chak
Monoharpur Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhairgachhi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Monoharpur Chak is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Monoharpur Chak is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Monoharpur Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monoharpur Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Monoharpur Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monoharpur Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Monoharpur Chak
Where is Monoharpur Chak located?
Monoharpur Chak village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monoharpur Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Monoharpur Chak is Ranaghat.
What is the pincode of Monoharpur Chak?
The pincode of Monoharpur Chak is 743270.
What is the population of Monoharpur Chak?
Monoharpur Chak has a total population of 1,098, including 574 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Monoharpur Chak?
There are 250 households in Monoharpur Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Monoharpur Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monoharpur Chak is 71.49%. Male literacy is 79.09% and female literacy is 63.17%.