Chalania - Para, Purulia
Chalania is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from Para and around 17.3 km from Purulia. Nadihasurulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalania is 330034. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.22 hectares and falls under the 723147 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chalania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chalania
According to the 2011 Census, Chalania village had a total population of 871 people, including 461 males and 410 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.91%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 38.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223.
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 | 871 | 461 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 125 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 291 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 170 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Chalania
Chalania 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 Chalania
Chalania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chalania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Chalania is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Chalania is about 17.3 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 Chalania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalania 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalania 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 Chalania
Where is Chalania located?
Chalania village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalania?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalania is Nadihasurulia.
What is the pincode of Chalania?
The pincode of Chalania is 723147.
What is the population of Chalania?
Chalania had a total population of 871, including 461 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Chalania?
Chalania had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalania was 58.91%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 38.51%.