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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Barali village had a total population of 5,978 people, including 3,109 males and 2,869 females, living in 1,215 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 80.94% and female literacy at 71.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 5,978, including 3,109 males and 2,869 females.
How many households are there in Chak Barali?
Chak Barali had 1,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Barali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Barali was 76.36%. Male literacy was 80.94% and female literacy was 71.47%.