Chunakhali - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Chunakhali is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.8 km from Sonakhali and around 65.2 km from Alipore. Chunakhali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunakhali is 335055. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.6 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chunakhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gosaba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunakhali
As per Census 2011, Chunakhali village has a total population of 9,241 people, consisting of 4,661 males and 4,580 females. The village has 1,888 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,529 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,588 literate and 4,653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,857 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,775 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunakhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,241 | 4,661 | 4,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,529 | 781 | 748 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,857 | 1,479 | 1,378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,775 | 901 | 874 |
| Literate Population | 4,588 | 2,671 | 1,917 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,653 | 1,990 | 2,663 |
Nearby Villages of Chunakhali
Chunakhali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baria | West | 3.10 km |
| Char Bidyarabad | North | 3.29 km |
| Bugulakhali | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Purba Bayar Siong | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Tilkumar | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Jeliakhali Pashchim Khanda | North-East | 5.33 km |
| Jhaukhali | South | 5.49 km |
| Gabbuni | North-West | 6.21 km |
| Kumarkhali | North | 6.64 km |
| Sachea Khali | South-West | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunakhali
Public transport in the Chunakhali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Chunakhali is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chunakhali is about 65.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunakhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunakhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chunakhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunakhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunakhali
Where is Chunakhali located?
Chunakhali village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunakhali?
Chunakhali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chunakhali?
The pincode of Chunakhali is 743312.
What is the population of Chunakhali?
Chunakhali has a total population of 9,241, including 4,661 males and 4,580 females.
How many households are there in Chunakhali?
There are 1,888 households in Chunakhali.
What is the literacy rate in Chunakhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunakhali is 49.65%. Male literacy is 57.31% and female literacy is 41.86%.