Chilghara
Chilghara is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chilghara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chandra is the gram panchayat of Chilghara village.
Here you can discover what makes Chilghara unique in its vibrant Midnapore-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chilghara’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 Chilghara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilghara is 339249. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721102. Medinipur is nearest town to Chilghara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chilghara village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chilghara
Population of Chilghara
According to the 2011 Census, Chilghara has a total population of about 618, with approximately 316 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 219. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.46%, with male literacy at about 79.75% and female literacy near 66.89%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilghara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 316 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 252 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 64 | 100 |
Connectivity of Chilghara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilghara. As per the 2011 stats, Chilghara 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 Chilghara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilghara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilghara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilghara
- Where is Chilghara located?
- Chilghara village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilghara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilghara is Chandra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chilghara?
- The pincode of Chilghara is 721102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilghara is 618, with 316 males and 302 females.
- How many households are there in Chilghara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilghara village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilghara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilghara is 73.46%. The male literacy rate is 79.75%, while the female literacy rate is 66.89%.