Chakaltor
Chakaltor is a village located in Purulia I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.3km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chakaltor village. As per 2009 stats, Chakaltore is the gram panchayat of Chakaltor village.
Here you can discover what makes Chakaltor unique in its vibrant Purulia I-Puruliya region. You’ll see Chakaltor’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chakaltor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakaltor is 330985. The village spans a total geographical area of 632.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Purulia is nearest town to Chakaltor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chakaltor village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chakaltor
Population of Chakaltor
According to the 2011 Census, Chakaltor has a total population of about 4,461, with approximately 2,306 males and 2,155 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 658 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,532 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.75%, with male literacy at about 66.09% and female literacy near 40.56%. There are around 914 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chakaltor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,461 | 2,306 | 2,155 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 336 | 322 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,532 | 787 | 745 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,398 | 1,524 | 874 |
Illiterate Population | 2,063 | 782 | 1,281 |
Connectivity of Chakaltor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakaltor. As per the 2011 stats, Chakaltor 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakaltor
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakaltor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakaltor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakaltor
- Where is Chakaltor located?
- Chakaltor village is situated in Purulia I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakaltor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakaltor is Chakaltore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakaltor?
- The pincode of Chakaltor is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakaltor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakaltor is 4,461, with 2,306 males and 2,155 females.
- How many households are there in Chakaltor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakaltor village has a total of 914 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakaltor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakaltor is 53.75%. The male literacy rate is 66.09%, while the female literacy rate is 40.56%.