Chakbad (P) - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Chakbad (P) is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.7 km from Raghunathpur and around 42.1 km from Purulia. Joradih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakbad (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakbad (P) is 330156. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.33 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chakbad (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakbad (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Chakbad (P) village had a total population of 934 people, including 473 males and 461 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.45%, with male literacy at 95.67% and female literacy at 74.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 934 | 473 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 398 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 75 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Chakbad (P)
Chakbad (P) 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 Chakbad (P)
Chakbad (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chakbad (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Santaldih to Chakbad (P) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Chakbad (P) is about 42.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakbad (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakbad (P) 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 Chakbad (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakbad (P) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakbad (P)
Where is Chakbad (P) located?
Chakbad (P) village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakbad (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakbad (P) is Joradih.
What is the pincode of Chakbad (P)?
The pincode of Chakbad (P) is 723133.
What is the population of Chakbad (P)?
Chakbad (P) had a total population of 934, including 473 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Chakbad (P)?
Chakbad (P) had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakbad (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakbad (P) was 85.45%. Male literacy was 95.67% and female literacy was 74.88%.