Chankia
Chankia is a village located in Amdanga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.1km away from sub-district headquarter Amdanga (tehsildar office) and 19.9km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Chandigarh is the gram panchayat of Chankia village.
Here you can discover what makes Chankia unique in its vibrant Amdanga-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Chankia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chankia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chankia is 323022. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743126. Naihati is nearest town to Chankia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Chankia
Population of Chankia
According to the 2011 Census, Chankia has a total population of about 1,658, with approximately 865 males and 793 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.67%, with male literacy at about 70.06% and female literacy near 65.07%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chankia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,658 | 865 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 136 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 606 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 259 | 277 |
Connectivity of Chankia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chankia. As per the 2011 stats, Chankia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chankia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chankia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chankia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chankia
- Where is Chankia located?
- Chankia village is situated in Amdanga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chankia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chankia is Chandigarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chankia?
- The pincode of Chankia is 743126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chankia is 1,658, with 865 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Chankia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chankia village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chankia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chankia is 67.67%. The male literacy rate is 70.06%, while the female literacy rate is 65.07%.