Charghat
Charghat is a village located in Swarupnagar subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.5km away from sub-district headquarter Swarupnagar (tehsildar office) and 40.7km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Charghat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Charghat unique in its vibrant Swarupnagar-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Charghat’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 Charghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charghat is 322806. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743247. Gobardanga is nearest town to Charghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Charghat
Population of Charghat
According to the 2011 Census, Charghat has a total population of about 6,819, with approximately 3,493 males and 3,326 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 610 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,224 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.80%, with male literacy at about 80.42% and female literacy near 73.00%. There are around 1,689 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,819 | 3,493 | 3,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 610 | 310 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,224 | 1,653 | 1,571 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5,237 | 2,809 | 2,428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,582 | 684 | 898 |
Connectivity of Charghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charghat. As per the 2011 stats, Charghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Charghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charghat
- Where is Charghat located?
- Charghat village is situated in Swarupnagar Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charghat?
- Charghat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Charghat?
- The pincode of Charghat is 743247, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charghat is 6,819, with 3,493 males and 3,326 females.
- How many households are there in Charghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charghat village has a total of 1,689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charghat is 76.80%. The male literacy rate is 80.42%, while the female literacy rate is 73.00%.