Chirka
About Chirka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chirka village is 330923. Chirka village is located in Purulia I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.1km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chirka village. As per 2009 stats, Garafusra is the gram panchayat of Chirka village.
The total geographical area of village is 368.67 hectares. Chirka has a total population of 2,398 peoples, out of which male population is 1,241 while female population is 1,157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 932 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chirka village is 55.84% out of which 69.46% males and 41.23% females are literate. There are about 456 houses in chirka village. Pincode of chirka village locality is 723103.
When it comes to administration, Chirka 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, Chirka village comes under Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to chirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Chirka
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,398 | 1,241 | 1,157 |
| Literate Population | 1,339 | 862 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 379 | 680 |
Connectivity of Chirka
| 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 <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chirka
Where is Chirka located?
Chirka village is situated in Purulia I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirka is Garafusra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chirka?
The pincode of Chirka is 723103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirka is 2,398, with 1,241 males and 1,157 females.
How many households are there in Chirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chirka village has a total of 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirka is 55.84%. The male literacy rate is 69.46%, while the female literacy rate is 41.23%.