Karkhanar Chak - Canning - I, South 24 Parganas
Karkhanar Chak is a village situated in the Canning - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Canning and around 42.9 km from Alipore. Bansra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkhanar Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkhanar Chak is 333811. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.77 hectares and falls under the 743363 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karkhanar Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkhanar Chak
As per Census 2011, Karkhanar Chak village has a total population of 1,416 people, consisting of 703 males and 713 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkhanar Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,416 | 703 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 69 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,198 | 599 | 599 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 464 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 239 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Karkhanar Chak
Karkhanar Chak 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 Karkhanar Chak
Karkhanar Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Karkhanar Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Karkhanar Chak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Karkhanar Chak is about 42.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkhanar Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkhanar Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karkhanar Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkhanar Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkhanar Chak
Where is Karkhanar Chak located?
Karkhanar Chak village is located in Canning - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkhanar Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkhanar Chak is Bansra.
What is the pincode of Karkhanar Chak?
The pincode of Karkhanar Chak is 743363.
What is the population of Karkhanar Chak?
Karkhanar Chak has a total population of 1,416, including 703 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Karkhanar Chak?
There are 273 households in Karkhanar Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Karkhanar Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkhanar Chak is 54.38%. Male literacy is 66.00% and female literacy is 42.92%.