Chhaygharia - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Chhaygharia is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from Bongaon and around 55.6 km from Barasat. Chhaighoria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhaygharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaygharia is 322569. The village covers a total geographical area of 746.68 hectares and falls under the 743405 pincode. Bongoan is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chhaygharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhaygharia
According to the 2011 Census, Chhaygharia village had a total population of 10,891 people, including 5,510 males and 5,381 females, living in 2,667 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.71%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 74.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5,256, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 10,891 | 5,510 | 5,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 973 | 504 | 469 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,256 | 2,655 | 2,601 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 7,806 | 4,142 | 3,664 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,085 | 1,368 | 1,717 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaygharia
Chhaygharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalitpur | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Naraharipur | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Petrapol | East | 2.02 km |
| Purana Bangaon | South | 2.02 km |
| Jayantipur | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Haridaspur | North | 2.64 km |
| Khalitpur Chak | North | 3.23 km |
| Unai | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Bagoan | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Paikpara | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhaygharia
Chhaygharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bongoan to Chhaygharia is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Chhaygharia is about 55.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhaygharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaygharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhaygharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaygharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chhaygharia
Where is Chhaygharia located?
Chhaygharia village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaygharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhaygharia is Chhaighoria.
What is the pincode of Chhaygharia?
The pincode of Chhaygharia is 743405.
What is the population of Chhaygharia?
Chhaygharia had a total population of 10,891, including 5,510 males and 5,381 females.
How many households are there in Chhaygharia?
Chhaygharia had 2,667 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaygharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaygharia was 78.71%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 74.59%.