Brindaban Chak - Kolaghat, Purba Medinipur
Brindaban Chak is a village situated in the Kolaghat subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaghat and around 30.7 km from the district headquarters in Tamluk. Brindabanchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brindaban Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brindaban Chak is 344349. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.27 hectares and falls under the 721641 pincode. Pauskura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Brindaban Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Brindaban Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Brindaban Chak village had a total population of 10,235 people, including 5,298 males and 4,937 females, living in 2,264 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.90%, with male literacy at 92.24% and female literacy at 77.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,559, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 10,235 | 5,298 | 4,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,065 | 569 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,559 | 1,321 | 1,238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7,785 | 4,362 | 3,423 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,450 | 936 | 1,514 |
Nearby Villages of Brindaban Chak
Brindaban Chak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Brindaban Chak
Public transport in the Brindaban Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Brindaban Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauskura to Brindaban Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Brindaban Chak is about 30.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brindaban Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brindaban Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brindaban Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brindaban Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brindaban Chak
Where is Brindaban Chak located?
Brindaban Chak village is located in Kolaghat Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brindaban Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Brindaban Chak is Brindabanchak.
What is the pincode of Brindaban Chak?
The pincode of Brindaban Chak is 721641.
What is the population of Brindaban Chak?
Brindaban Chak had a total population of 10,235, including 5,298 males and 4,937 females.
How many households are there in Brindaban Chak?
Brindaban Chak had 2,264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brindaban Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brindaban Chak was 84.90%. Male literacy was 92.24% and female literacy was 77.08%.