Chemia - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Chemia is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Piyasala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chemia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chemia is 336712. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.79 hectares and falls under the 721157 pincode. Garhbeta is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chemia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garbeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chemia
According to the 2011 Census, Chemia village had a total population of 1,168 people, including 597 males and 571 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.45%, with male literacy at 95.01% and female literacy at 85.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 781, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,168 | 597 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 400 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 947 | 514 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 83 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Chemia
Chemia 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 Chemia
Chemia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chemia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhbeta to Chemia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chemia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chemia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chemia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chemia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chemia
Where is Chemia located?
Chemia village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chemia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chemia is Piyasala.
What is the pincode of Chemia?
The pincode of Chemia is 721157.
What is the population of Chemia?
Chemia had a total population of 1,168, including 597 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Chemia?
Chemia had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chemia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chemia was 90.45%. Male literacy was 95.01% and female literacy was 85.57%.