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)
As per Census 2011, Chakbad (P) village has a total population of 934 people, consisting of 473 males and 461 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakbad (P) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 934, including 473 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Chakbad (P)?
There are 161 households in Chakbad (P).
What is the literacy rate in Chakbad (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakbad (P) is 74.84%. Male literacy is 84.14% and female literacy is 65.29%.