Chakloknath - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Chakloknath is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Sarisha and around 44.2 km from Alipore. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakloknath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakloknath is 334431. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.97 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 192 km away.
Chakloknath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakloknath
According to the 2011 Census, Chakloknath village had a total population of 1,232 people, including 635 males and 597 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 73.07% and female literacy at 60.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,232 | 635 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 156 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 388 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 247 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Chakloknath
Chakloknath 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 Chakloknath
Public transport in the Chakloknath is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Chakloknath is about 192 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chakloknath is about 44.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakloknath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakloknath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakloknath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakloknath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakloknath
Where is Chakloknath located?
Chakloknath village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakloknath?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakloknath is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Chakloknath?
The pincode of Chakloknath is 743330.
What is the population of Chakloknath?
Chakloknath had a total population of 1,232, including 635 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Chakloknath?
Chakloknath had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakloknath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakloknath was 67.09%. Male literacy was 73.07% and female literacy was 60.72%.