Chirugara - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Chirugara is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.6 km from Manbazar and around 45.2 km from Purulia. Dighi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirugara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirugara is 332238. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.26 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chirugara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirugara
As per Census 2011, Chirugara village has a total population of 924 people, consisting of 455 males and 469 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirugara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 924 | 455 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 288 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 167 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Chirugara
Chirugara 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 Chirugara
Chirugara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chirugara is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Chirugara is about 45.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirugara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirugara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chirugara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirugara 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 Chirugara
Where is Chirugara located?
Chirugara village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirugara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirugara is Dighi.
What is the pincode of Chirugara?
The pincode of Chirugara is 723131.
What is the population of Chirugara?
Chirugara has a total population of 924, including 455 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Chirugara?
There are 187 households in Chirugara.
What is the literacy rate in Chirugara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirugara is 51.19%. Male literacy is 63.30% and female literacy is 39.45%.