Chakghano - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Chakghano is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Pataspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakghano village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakghano is 345056. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.81 hectares and falls under the 721439 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chakghano village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakghano
According to the 2011 Census, Chakghano village had a total population of 139 people, including 73 males and 66 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.61%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 92.59%.
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 | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chakghano
Chakghano 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 Chakghano
Chakghano is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Chakghano 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 Chakghano
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakghano village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakghano
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakghano 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakghano
Where is Chakghano located?
Chakghano village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakghano?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakghano is Pataspur.
What is the pincode of Chakghano?
The pincode of Chakghano is 721439.
What is the population of Chakghano?
Chakghano had a total population of 139, including 73 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Chakghano?
Chakghano had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakghano?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakghano was 96.61%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 92.59%.