Chak Paran - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Chak Paran is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from Dongaria and around 25.3 km from Alipore. Chakmanik serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Paran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Paran is 333336. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.56 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Bawali is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chak Paran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Paran
As per Census 2011, Chak Paran village has a total population of 1,424 people, consisting of 722 males and 702 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,031 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Paran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 722 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 554 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 168 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Paran
Chak Paran 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 Paran
Chak Paran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bawali to Chak Paran is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chak Paran is about 25.3 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 Paran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Paran 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 Paran
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 Paran 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Paran
Where is Chak Paran located?
Chak Paran village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Paran?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Paran is Chakmanik.
What is the pincode of Chak Paran?
The pincode of Chak Paran is 743318.
What is the population of Chak Paran?
Chak Paran has a total population of 1,424, including 722 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Chak Paran?
There are 321 households in Chak Paran.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Paran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Paran is 72.40%. Male literacy is 76.73% and female literacy is 67.95%.