Dakshin Chak
Dakshin Chak is a village located in Haldia subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Haldia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dakshin Chak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Baruttarhingli is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Chak unique in its vibrant Haldia-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Dakshin Chak’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 Dakshin Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Chak is 345740. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721654. Haldia is nearest town to Dakshin Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Dakshin Chak
Population of Dakshin Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Chak has a total population of about 3,245, with approximately 1,639 males and 1,606 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 352 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 127 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.97%, with male literacy at about 82.92% and female literacy near 72.91%. There are around 790 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,245 | 1,639 | 1,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 176 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,530 | 1,359 | 1,171 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 280 | 435 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Chak 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Chak
- Where is Dakshin Chak located?
- Dakshin Chak village is situated in Haldia Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Chak is Baruttarhingli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Chak?
- The pincode of Dakshin Chak is 721654, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Chak is 3,245, with 1,639 males and 1,606 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Chak village has a total of 790 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Chak is 77.97%. The male literacy rate is 82.92%, while the female literacy rate is 72.91%.