Chak Garupota - Tamluk, Purba Medinipur
Chak Garupota is a village situated in the Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Tamluk, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sreerampur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Garupota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Garupota is 344496. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.06 hectares and falls under the 721651 pincode. Tamluk is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Garupota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Moyna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tamluk Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Garupota
As per Census 2011, Chak Garupota village has a total population of 1,601 people, consisting of 837 males and 764 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,231 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Garupota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,601 | 837 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 93 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 157 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 679 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 158 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Garupota
Chak Garupota 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 Chak Garupota
Public transport in the Chak Garupota is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chak Garupota.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamluk to Chak Garupota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Chak Garupota is about 17.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Garupota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Garupota 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 Chak Garupota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Garupota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Garupota
Where is Chak Garupota located?
Chak Garupota village is located in Tamluk Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Garupota?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Garupota is Sreerampur-ii.
What is the pincode of Chak Garupota?
The pincode of Chak Garupota is 721651.
What is the population of Chak Garupota?
Chak Garupota has a total population of 1,601, including 837 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Chak Garupota?
There are 381 households in Chak Garupota.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Garupota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Garupota is 76.89%. Male literacy is 81.12% and female literacy is 72.25%.