Karmalla Chak - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Karmalla Chak is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Argoal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karmalla Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmalla Chak is 345147. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.81 hectares and falls under the 721456 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karmalla Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmalla Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Karmalla Chak village had a total population of 429 people, including 224 males and 205 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.97%, with male literacy at 99.00% and female literacy at 98.93%.
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 | 429 | 224 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 199 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 25 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Karmalla Chak
Karmalla 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 Karmalla Chak
Public transport in the Karmalla Chak 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 Karmalla 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 Karmalla Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmalla 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karmalla 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 Karmalla Chak 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Karmalla Chak
Where is Karmalla Chak located?
Karmalla Chak village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmalla Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karmalla Chak is Argoal.
What is the pincode of Karmalla Chak?
The pincode of Karmalla Chak is 721456.
What is the population of Karmalla Chak?
Karmalla Chak had a total population of 429, including 224 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Karmalla Chak?
Karmalla Chak had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmalla Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmalla Chak was 98.97%. Male literacy was 99.00% and female literacy was 98.93%.