Chakajharia
Chakajharia is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chakajharia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur is the gram panchayat of Chakajharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Chakajharia unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chakajharia’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 Chakajharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakajharia is 338823. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721147. Midnapur is nearest town to Chakajharia village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chakajharia 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 Salboni 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 Chakajharia
Population of Chakajharia
According to the 2011 Census, Chakajharia has a total population of about 109, with approximately 58 males and 51 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 10 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.47%, with male literacy at about 67.24% and female literacy near 54.90%. There are around 23 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chakajharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
Connectivity of Chakajharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakajharia. As per the 2011 stats, Chakajharia 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 Chakajharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakajharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakajharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakajharia
- Where is Chakajharia located?
- Chakajharia village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakajharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakajharia is Bishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakajharia?
- The pincode of Chakajharia is 721147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakajharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakajharia is 109, with 58 males and 51 females.
- How many households are there in Chakajharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakajharia village has a total of 23 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakajharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakajharia is 61.47%. The male literacy rate is 67.24%, while the female literacy rate is 54.90%.