Naya Chak - Nandigram - I, Purba Medinipur
Naya Chak is a village situated in the Nandigram - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mahammadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naya Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naya Chak is 345791. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.56 hectares and falls under the 721631 pincode. Haldia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Naya Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naya Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Naya Chak village had a total population of 983 people, including 490 males and 493 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.21%, with male literacy at 89.45% and female literacy at 80.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 261.
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 | 983 | 490 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 73 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 131 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 373 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 117 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Naya Chak
Naya 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 Naya Chak
Naya Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldia to Naya Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naya Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naya Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naya 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 Naya Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naya Chak
Where is Naya Chak located?
Naya Chak village is located in Nandigram - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naya Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Naya Chak is Mahammadpur.
What is the pincode of Naya Chak?
The pincode of Naya Chak is 721631.
What is the population of Naya Chak?
Naya Chak had a total population of 983, including 490 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Naya Chak?
Naya Chak had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naya Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naya Chak was 85.21%. Male literacy was 89.45% and female literacy was 80.80%.