Chaul Khola - Haldia, Purba Medinipur
Chaul Khola is a village situated in the Haldia subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Debhog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaul Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaul Khola is 345746. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.21 hectares and falls under the 721645 pincode. Haldia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chaul Khola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaul Khola
As per Census 2011, Chaul Khola village has a total population of 3,241 people, consisting of 1,689 males and 1,552 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,452 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaul Khola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,241 | 1,689 | 1,552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 199 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 224 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,452 | 1,372 | 1,080 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 317 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Chaul Khola
Chaul Khola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barabari | West | 1.50 km |
| Manaharpur | North | 1.76 km |
| Gorankhali | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Jambere | North | 3.06 km |
| Bar Basudebpur | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Chaklalpur | North | 4.36 km |
| Kunarpur | West | 4.79 km |
| Hadia | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Brajalal Chak | West | 5.61 km |
| Bangopalpur | North-East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaul Khola
Chaul Khola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haldia, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldia to Chaul Khola is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaul Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaul Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaul Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaul Khola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaul Khola
Where is Chaul Khola located?
Chaul Khola village is located in Haldia Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaul Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaul Khola is Debhog.
What is the pincode of Chaul Khola?
The pincode of Chaul Khola is 721645.
What is the population of Chaul Khola?
Chaul Khola has a total population of 3,241, including 1,689 males and 1,552 females.
How many households are there in Chaul Khola?
There are 753 households in Chaul Khola.
What is the literacy rate in Chaul Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaul Khola is 75.66%. Male literacy is 81.23% and female literacy is 69.59%.