Chaulkhola - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Chaulkhola 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 25.8 km from Alipore. Naskarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaulkhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaulkhola is 333373. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.83 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chaulkhola 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 Chaulkhola
According to the 2011 Census, Chaulkhola village had a total population of 2,567 people, including 1,321 males and 1,246 females, living in 594 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.03%, with male literacy at 91.06% and female literacy at 80.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 2,567 | 1,321 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 135 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,080 | 891 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 241 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Chaulkhola
Chaulkhola 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 Chaulkhola
Chaulkhola 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 Chaulkhola is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chaulkhola is about 25.8 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 Chaulkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaulkhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaulkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaulkhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaulkhola
Where is Chaulkhola located?
Chaulkhola village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaulkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaulkhola is Naskarpur.
What is the pincode of Chaulkhola?
The pincode of Chaulkhola is 743318.
What is the population of Chaulkhola?
Chaulkhola had a total population of 2,567, including 1,321 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Chaulkhola?
Chaulkhola had 594 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaulkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaulkhola was 86.03%. Male literacy was 91.06% and female literacy was 80.63%.