Chorchita
Chorchita is a village located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chorchita village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chorchita village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chorchita unique in its vibrant Gopiballavpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chorchita’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 Chorchita
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chorchita is 340407. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721506. Jhargram is nearest town to Chorchita village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chorchita 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 Nayagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chorchita
Population of Chorchita
According to the 2011 Census, Chorchita has a total population of about 4,383, with approximately 2,248 males and 2,135 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 510 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,804 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 176. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.12%, with male literacy at about 69.26% and female literacy near 52.55%. There are around 1,016 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chorchita's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,383 | 2,248 | 2,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 262 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,804 | 901 | 903 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 2,679 | 1,557 | 1,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,704 | 691 | 1,013 |
Connectivity of Chorchita
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chorchita. As per the 2011 stats, Chorchita had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chorchita
Knowing the nearby villages of Chorchita helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chorchita.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chorchita
- Where is Chorchita located?
- Chorchita village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chorchita?
- Chorchita serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chorchita?
- The pincode of Chorchita is 721506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chorchita as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chorchita is 4,383, with 2,248 males and 2,135 females.
- How many households are there in Chorchita as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chorchita village has a total of 1,016 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chorchita as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chorchita is 61.12%. The male literacy rate is 69.26%, while the female literacy rate is 52.55%.