Chak Etbari - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Chak Etbari is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Dongaria and around 25.7 km from Alipore. South Bawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Etbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Etbari is 333334. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.81 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Maheswarpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chak Etbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budge budge Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Etbari
As per Census 2011, Chak Etbari village has a total population of 2,932 people, consisting of 1,488 males and 1,444 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,047 literate and 885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Etbari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,932 | 1,488 | 1,444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 166 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,159 | 605 | 554 |
| Literate Population | 2,047 | 1,133 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 355 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Etbari
Chak Etbari 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 Etbari
Chak Etbari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheswarpur to Chak Etbari is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chak Etbari is about 25.7 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 Etbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Etbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Etbari
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 Etbari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Etbari
Where is Chak Etbari located?
Chak Etbari village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Etbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Etbari is South Bawali.
What is the pincode of Chak Etbari?
The pincode of Chak Etbari is 743318.
What is the population of Chak Etbari?
Chak Etbari has a total population of 2,932, including 1,488 males and 1,444 females.
How many households are there in Chak Etbari?
There are 667 households in Chak Etbari.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Etbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Etbari is 69.82%. Male literacy is 76.14% and female literacy is 63.30%.