Chung Hata - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Chung Hata is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.3 km from Canning and around 58.3 km from Alipore. Deuli-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chung Hata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chung Hata is 333824. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.41 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chung Hata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chung Hata
As per Census 2011, Chung Hata village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 540 males and 510 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chung Hata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 540 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 153 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 323 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 217 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Chung Hata
Chung Hata is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maliari | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Tentulbaria | North | 1.53 km |
| Chandibari | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Baidyerati | East | 2.23 km |
| Baukhola | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Kadihati | East | 2.69 km |
| Dhuturdaha | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Jhikra | North | 2.80 km |
| Bhatka | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Garabad | North | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chung Hata
Chung Hata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Taldi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Chung Hata is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chung Hata is about 58.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chung Hata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chung Hata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chung Hata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chung Hata 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chung Hata
Where is Chung Hata located?
Chung Hata village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chung Hata?
The Gram Panchayat of Chung Hata is Deuli-i.
What is the pincode of Chung Hata?
The pincode of Chung Hata is 743329.
What is the population of Chung Hata?
Chung Hata has a total population of 1,050, including 540 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Chung Hata?
There are 224 households in Chung Hata.
What is the literacy rate in Chung Hata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chung Hata is 53.81%. Male literacy is 59.81% and female literacy is 47.45%.