Chirkunya
Chirkunya is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chirkunya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mokrampur is the gram panchayat of Chirkunya village.
Here you can discover what makes Chirkunya unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chirkunya’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 Chirkunya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirkunya is 342996. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Chirkunya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Chirkunya
Population of Chirkunya
According to the 2011 Census, Chirkunya has a total population of about 667, with approximately 341 males and 326 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 484 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 33. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.97%, with male literacy at about 75.07% and female literacy near 62.58%. There are around 148 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chirkunya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 341 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 243 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 256 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 85 | 122 |
Connectivity of Chirkunya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirkunya. As per the 2011 stats, Chirkunya 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chirkunya
Knowing the nearby villages of Chirkunya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirkunya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chirkunya
- Where is Chirkunya located?
- Chirkunya village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chirkunya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chirkunya is Mokrampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chirkunya?
- The pincode of Chirkunya is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chirkunya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirkunya is 667, with 341 males and 326 females.
- How many households are there in Chirkunya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chirkunya village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chirkunya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirkunya is 68.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.07%, while the female literacy rate is 62.58%.