Chaurashi
Chaurashi is a village located in Deganga subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.8km away from sub-district headquarter Deganga. Barasat is the district headquarter of Chaurashi village. As per 2009 stats, Chaurasi is the gram panchayat of Chaurashi village.
Here you can discover what makes Chaurashi unique in its vibrant Deganga-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Chaurashi’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 Chaurashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaurashi is 323367. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743424. Barasat is nearest town to Chaurashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chaurashi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deganga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barasat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chaurashi
Population of Chaurashi
According to the 2011 Census, Chaurashi has a total population of about 2,630, with approximately 1,282 males and 1,348 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 163 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.75%, with male literacy at about 71.37% and female literacy near 66.25%. There are around 615 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaurashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,630 | 1,282 | 1,348 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 136 | 164 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 79 | 84 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,808 | 915 | 893 |
Illiterate Population | 822 | 367 | 455 |
Connectivity of Chaurashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaurashi. As per the 2011 stats, Chaurashi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaurashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaurashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaurashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaurashi
- Where is Chaurashi located?
- Chaurashi village is situated in Deganga Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaurashi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chaurashi is Chaurasi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chaurashi?
- The pincode of Chaurashi is 743424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaurashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaurashi is 2,630, with 1,282 males and 1,348 females.
- How many households are there in Chaurashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaurashi village has a total of 615 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaurashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaurashi is 68.75%. The male literacy rate is 71.37%, while the female literacy rate is 66.25%.