Chitrasali - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Chitrasali is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Piyali and around 29.3 km from Alipore. Ramnagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitrasali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitrasali is 333981. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.33 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chitrasali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitrasali
As per Census 2011, Chitrasali village has a total population of 1,859 people, consisting of 993 males and 866 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitrasali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,859 | 993 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 134 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 701 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 292 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Chitrasali
Chitrasali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chitrasali
Chitrasali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chitrasali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Chitrasali is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chitrasali is about 29.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitrasali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitrasali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitrasali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitrasali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitrasali
Where is Chitrasali located?
Chitrasali village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitrasali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitrasali is Ramnagar-i.
What is the pincode of Chitrasali?
The pincode of Chitrasali is 700144.
What is the population of Chitrasali?
Chitrasali has a total population of 1,859, including 993 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Chitrasali?
There are 369 households in Chitrasali.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrasali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrasali is 66.54%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 61.89%.