Chousa - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Chousa is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Diamond Harbour and around 35.6 km from Alipore. Netra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chousa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chousa is 334386. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.38 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chousa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Magrahat paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chousa
According to the 2011 Census, Chousa village had a total population of 1,692 people, including 854 males and 838 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.34%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 64.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,634.
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 | 1,692 | 854 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 79 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,634 | 823 | 811 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 645 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 209 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Chousa
Chousa 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 Chousa
Chousa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chousa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Chousa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chousa is about 35.6 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 Chousa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chousa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chousa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chousa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chousa
Where is Chousa located?
Chousa village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chousa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chousa is Netra.
What is the pincode of Chousa?
The pincode of Chousa is 743331.
What is the population of Chousa?
Chousa had a total population of 1,692, including 854 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Chousa?
Chousa had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chousa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chousa was 74.34%. Male literacy was 83.23% and female literacy was 64.88%.