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.
Charghat has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Charghat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charghat village:
- The total population of Charghat village is around 6,819, including approximately 3,493 males and 3,326 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 610 children aged 0–6 years in Charghat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Charghat village has 3,224 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Charghat village is about 76.80%, with male literacy at 80.42% and female literacy at 73.00%.
- There are around 1,689 households in Charghat village.
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%.