Charadongaria - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Charadongaria is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.2 km from Dongaria and around 26.5 km from Alipore. Satgachhia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charadongaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charadongaria is 333343. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.24 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Charadongaria 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 Charadongaria
According to the 2011 Census, Charadongaria village had a total population of 782 people, including 400 males and 382 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.39%, with male literacy at 77.25% and female literacy at 67.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 782 | 400 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 187 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 275 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 125 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Charadongaria
Charadongaria 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 Charadongaria
Charadongaria 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 Dakshin Raipur to Charadongaria is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Charadongaria is about 26.5 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 Charadongaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charadongaria 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 Charadongaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charadongaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charadongaria
Where is Charadongaria located?
Charadongaria village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charadongaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Charadongaria is Satgachhia.
What is the pincode of Charadongaria?
The pincode of Charadongaria is 743318.
What is the population of Charadongaria?
Charadongaria had a total population of 782, including 400 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Charadongaria?
Charadongaria had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charadongaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charadongaria was 72.39%. Male literacy was 77.25% and female literacy was 67.35%.