Chalka

Chalka is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.7km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 56.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Nadihasurulia is the gram panchayat of Chalka village.

Chalka 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 Chalka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalka is 330053. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Purulia is nearest town to Chalka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Chalka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 215 115 100
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 19 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 213 114 99
Literate Population 139 83 56
Illiterate Population 76 32 44

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

  • The total population of Chalka village is around 215, including approximately 115 males and 100 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Chalka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chalka village has 213 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chalka village is about 64.65%, with male literacy at 72.17% and female literacy at 56.00%.
  • There are around 29 households in Chalka village.

Connectivity of Chalka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalka. As per the 2011 stats, Chalka 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 Chalka

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

Gopalpur Jaynagar Alias Udaypur Telidi Hurra Bhalagara Chaktor Bhatdi Kalla Pathakdi Chitra Bhandar Kuli

Frequently Asked Questions about Chalka

Where is Chalka located?
Chalka village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalka is Nadihasurulia (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 723126, 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 215, with 115 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Chalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalka village has a total of 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalka is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 72.17%, while the female literacy rate is 56.00%.