Chak Barali - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Chak Barali is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 29.8 km from Gobindapur and around 29 km from Alipore. Pranganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Barali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Barali is 333643. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.19 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Chak Barali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Barali
As per Census 2011, Chak Barali village has a total population of 5,978 people, consisting of 3,109 males and 2,869 females. The village has 1,215 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 846 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,919 literate and 2,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Barali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,978 | 3,109 | 2,869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 846 | 459 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,919 | 2,145 | 1,774 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,059 | 964 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Barali
Chak Barali 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 Chak Barali
Chak Barali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Calcutta to Chak Barali is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chak Barali is about 29 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 Chak Barali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Barali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chak Barali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Barali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Barali
Where is Chak Barali located?
Chak Barali village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Barali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Barali is Pranganj.
What is the pincode of Chak Barali?
The pincode of Chak Barali is 743502.
What is the population of Chak Barali?
Chak Barali has a total population of 5,978, including 3,109 males and 2,869 females.
How many households are there in Chak Barali?
There are 1,215 households in Chak Barali.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Barali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Barali is 65.56%. Male literacy is 68.99% and female literacy is 61.83%.