Chakdhir - Bishnupur - I, South 24 Parganas
Chakdhir is a village situated in the Bishnupur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Bishnupur and around 25.9 km from Alipore. Dakshin Gauripur Chakdhir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakdhir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakdhir is 333418. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.69 hectares and falls under the 743503 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chakdhir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chakdhir
According to the 2011 Census, Chakdhir village had a total population of 1,239 people, including 629 males and 610 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.88%, with male literacy at 86.76% and female literacy at 76.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 1,239 | 629 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 472 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 157 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Chakdhir
Chakdhir 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 Chakdhir
Chakdhir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Baruipur to Chakdhir is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chakdhir is about 25.9 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 Chakdhir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakdhir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chakdhir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakdhir 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chakdhir
Where is Chakdhir located?
Chakdhir village is located in Bishnupur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakdhir?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakdhir is Dakshin Gauripur Chakdhir.
What is the pincode of Chakdhir?
The pincode of Chakdhir is 743503.
What is the population of Chakdhir?
Chakdhir had a total population of 1,239, including 629 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Chakdhir?
Chakdhir had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakdhir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakdhir was 81.88%. Male literacy was 86.76% and female literacy was 76.88%.