Chakra
About Chakra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chakra village is 330945. Chakra village is located in Purulia I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chakra village. As per 2009 stats, Lagda is the gram panchayat of Chakra village.
The total geographical area of village is 282.5 hectares. Chakra has a total population of 2,987 peoples, out of which male population is 1,506 while female population is 1,481. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chakra village is 58.55% out of which 70.19% males and 46.73% females are literate. There are about 526 houses in chakra village. Pincode of chakra village locality is 723149.
When it comes to administration, Chakra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chakra village comes under Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to chakra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Chakra
The population details of Chakra 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 | 2,987 | 1,506 | 1,481 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 416 | 211 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 603 | 311 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 1,057 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 449 | 789 |
Connectivity of Chakra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chakra
Where is Chakra located?
Chakra village is situated in Purulia I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakra is Lagda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chakra?
The pincode of Chakra is 723149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakra is 2,987, with 1,506 males and 1,481 females.
How many households are there in Chakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakra village has a total of 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakra is 58.55%. The male literacy rate is 70.19%, while the female literacy rate is 46.73%.