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
As per Census 2011, Chhaygharia village has a total population of 10,891 people, consisting of 5,510 males and 5,381 females. The village has 2,667 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 973 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,806 literate and 3,085 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhaygharia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 10,891, including 5,510 males and 5,381 females.
How many households are there in Chhaygharia?
There are 2,667 households in Chhaygharia.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaygharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaygharia is 71.67%. Male literacy is 75.17% and female literacy is 68.09%.