Chakalta
About Chakalta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chakalta village is 330877. Chakalta village is located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 42.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Daldali is the gram panchayat of Chakalta village.
The total geographical area of village is 363.27 hectares. Chakalta has a total population of 2,054 peoples, out of which male population is 1,031 while female population is 1,023. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chakalta village is 60.66% out of which 72.94% males and 48.29% females are literate. There are about 438 houses in chakalta village. Pincode of chakalta village locality is 723101.
When it comes to administration, Chakalta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chakalta village comes under Manbazar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to chakalta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Chakalta
The population details of Chakalta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,054 | 1,031 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 995 | 498 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 432 | 205 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 752 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 279 | 529 |
Connectivity of Chakalta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chakalta
Where is Chakalta located?
Chakalta village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakalta?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakalta is Daldali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chakalta?
The pincode of Chakalta is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakalta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakalta is 2,054, with 1,031 males and 1,023 females.
How many households are there in Chakalta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakalta village has a total of 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakalta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakalta is 60.66%. The male literacy rate is 72.94%, while the female literacy rate is 48.29%.