Saotal Chak - Debra, Paschim Medinipur
Saotal Chak is a village situated in the Debra subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khanamohan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saotal Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saotal Chak is 342389. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.88 hectares and falls under the 721126 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saotal Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Saotal Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Saotal Chak village had a total population of 24 people, including 10 males and 14 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 90.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Saotal Chak
Saotal Chak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Saotal Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Saotal Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Saotal Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saotal Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saotal Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saotal Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saotal Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saotal Chak
Where is Saotal Chak located?
Saotal Chak village is located in Debra Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saotal Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Saotal Chak is Khanamohan.
What is the pincode of Saotal Chak?
The pincode of Saotal Chak is 721126.
What is the population of Saotal Chak?
Saotal Chak had a total population of 24, including 10 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Saotal Chak?
Saotal Chak had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saotal Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saotal Chak was 85.00%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 90.91%.