Challa

Challa is a village 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.

Challa 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 Challa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Challa is 332103. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.02 hectares, and the pincode of the 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

Below is a concise population overview of Challa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 364 199 165
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 18 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 42 25 17
Literate Population 239 148 91
Illiterate Population 125 51 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Challa village:

  • The total population of Challa village is around 364, including approximately 199 males and 165 females, with a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Challa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Challa village has 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Challa village is about 65.66%, with male literacy at 74.37% and female literacy at 55.15%.
  • There are around 82 households in Challa village.

Connectivity of Challa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Challa. As per the 2011 stats, Challa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Challa

Knowing the nearby villages of Challa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Challa.

Jharbagda Gobindapur Dubrajpur Chak Mahuldanga Nutan Indkuri Fatepur Gonsaidi Birsingdi Puratan Indkuri Bankata Keshyardi Sanoda

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%.