Chakalta
Chakalta is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 50.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Gagnabad is the gram panchayat of Chakalta village.
Chakalta has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chakalta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakalta is 330631. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. R. N. Pur is nearest town to Chakalta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Chakalta
Below is a concise population overview of Chakalta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,538 | 791 | 747 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 219 | 222 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Literate Population | 953 | 555 | 398 |
Illiterate Population | 585 | 236 | 349 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakalta village:
- The total population of Chakalta village is around 1,538, including approximately 791 males and 747 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 171 children aged 0–6 years in Chakalta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakalta village has 441 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chakalta village is about 61.96%, with male literacy at 70.16% and female literacy at 53.28%.
- There are around 283 households in Chakalta village.
Connectivity of Chakalta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakalta. As per the 2011 stats, Chakalta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakalta
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakalta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakalta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakalta
- Where is Chakalta located?
- Chakalta village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakalta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakalta is Gagnabad (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 723121, 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 1,538, with 791 males and 747 females.
- How many households are there in Chakalta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakalta village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakalta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakalta is 61.96%. The male literacy rate is 70.16%, while the female literacy rate is 53.28%.