Chithalia - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Chithalia is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Bongaon and around 52.8 km from Barasat. Bairampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chithalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chithalia is 322635. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.08 hectares and falls under the 743701 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chithalia 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 Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chithalia
As per Census 2011, Chithalia village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 629 males and 569 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 854 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chithalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 629 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 825 | 436 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 471 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 158 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Chithalia
Chithalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanakpur | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Briddhapalla | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Bairampur | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Barddhan Beria | North | 1.48 km |
| Palla | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Paschim Ramchandrapur | East | 1.95 km |
| Uttar Kanakpur | West | 2.29 km |
| Harishpur | South | 2.29 km |
| Shrimantapur | East | 2.60 km |
| Kansona | North | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chithalia
Chithalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 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 Bangoan to Chithalia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Chithalia is about 52.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chithalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chithalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chithalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chithalia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chithalia
Where is Chithalia located?
Chithalia village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chithalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chithalia is Bairampur.
What is the pincode of Chithalia?
The pincode of Chithalia is 743701.
What is the population of Chithalia?
Chithalia has a total population of 1,198, including 629 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Chithalia?
There are 276 households in Chithalia.
What is the literacy rate in Chithalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chithalia is 71.29%. Male literacy is 74.88% and female literacy is 67.31%.