Challa - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Challa is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.6 km from Manbazar and around 50.3 km from Purulia. Jitujuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challa is 332103. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.02 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Challa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challa
According to the 2011 Census, Challa village had a total population of 364 people, including 199 males and 165 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.56%, with male literacy at 81.77% and female literacy at 59.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 364 | 199 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 148 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 51 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Challa
Challa 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 Challa
Challa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Challa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challa 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 Challa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Challa
Where is Challa located?
Challa village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challa?
The Gram Panchayat of Challa is Jitujuri.
What is the pincode of Challa?
The pincode of Challa is 723131.
What is the population of Challa?
Challa had a total population of 364, including 199 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Challa?
Challa had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challa was 71.56%. Male literacy was 81.77% and female literacy was 59.48%.