Chak Manik - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Chak Manik is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Dongaria and around 23.8 km from Alipore. Chakmanik serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Manik village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Manik is 333335. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.74 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Bawali is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chak Manik village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Manik
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Manik village had a total population of 2,903 people, including 1,508 males and 1,395 females, living in 723 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.61%, with male literacy at 93.41% and female literacy at 85.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 2,903 | 1,508 | 1,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 96 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,431 | 1,319 | 1,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 189 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Manik
Chak Manik 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 Manik
Chak Manik is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Manik.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bawali to Chak Manik is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chak Manik is about 23.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Manik
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Manik village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Manik
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 Manik village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Manik
Where is Chak Manik located?
Chak Manik village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Manik?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Manik is Chakmanik.
What is the pincode of Chak Manik?
The pincode of Chak Manik is 743318.
What is the population of Chak Manik?
Chak Manik had a total population of 2,903, including 1,508 males and 1,395 females.
How many households are there in Chak Manik?
Chak Manik had 723 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Manik?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Manik was 89.61%. Male literacy was 93.41% and female literacy was 85.47%.