Chakajharia - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Chakajharia is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakajharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakajharia is 338823. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.19 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town.
Chakajharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakajharia
According to the 2011 Census, Chakajharia village had a total population of 109 people, including 58 males and 51 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.68%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chakajharia
Chakajharia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathra | North | 0.80 km |
| Dubrusol | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Raygarh | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Khandibandh | West | 1.32 km |
| Lalgere | South | 1.53 km |
| Amlatora | North | 1.78 km |
| Tushphela | East | 2.03 km |
| Chuasol | North | 2.10 km |
| Pirakata | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Benagere | South-East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakajharia
Chakajharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Chakajharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakajharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakajharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakajharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakajharia
Where is Chakajharia located?
Chakajharia village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakajharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakajharia is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Chakajharia?
The pincode of Chakajharia is 721147.
What is the population of Chakajharia?
Chakajharia had a total population of 109, including 58 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Chakajharia?
Chakajharia had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakajharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakajharia was 67.68%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 58.33%.