Chalka
About Chalka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chalka village is 332212. Chalka village is located in Manbazar Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.4km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 60.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kumari is the gram panchayat of Chalka village.
The total geographical area of village is 316.06 hectares. Chalka has a total population of 944 peoples, out of which male population is 453 while female population is 491. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1083 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chalka village is 57.20% out of which 72.19% males and 43.38% females are literate. There are about 180 houses in chalka village. Pincode of chalka village locality is 723131.
Purulia is nearest town to chalka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
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Population of Chalka
The population details of Chalka 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 | 944 | 453 | 491 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 908 | 436 | 472 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 327 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 126 | 278 |
Connectivity of Chalka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 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 Chalka
Where is Chalka located?
Chalka village is situated in Manbazar Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalka is Kumari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalka?
The pincode of Chalka is 723131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalka is 944, with 453 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Chalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalka village has a total of 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalka is 57.20%. The male literacy rate is 72.19%, while the female literacy rate is 43.38%.