Challa
About Challa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Challa village is 332103. Challa village is located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.6km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 50.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Jitujuri is the gram panchayat of Challa village.
The total geographical area of village is 51.02 hectares. Challa has a total population of 364 peoples, out of which male population is 199 while female population is 165. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 829 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of challa village is 65.66% out of which 74.37% males and 55.15% females are literate. There are about 82 houses in challa village. Pincode of challa village locality is 723131.
Purulia is nearest town to challa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Challa
The population details of Challa 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 | 364 | 199 | 165 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 148 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 51 | 74 |
Connectivity of Challa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Challa
Where is Challa located?
Challa village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challa?
The Gram Panchayat of Challa is Jitujuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Challa?
The pincode of Challa is 723131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Challa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Challa is 364, with 199 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Challa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Challa village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Challa is 65.66%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.15%.