Chimta - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Chimta is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 26 km from Gosaba and around 86.9 km from Alipore. Amtali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chimta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimta is 335122. The village covers a total geographical area of 656.18 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Chimta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chimta
As per Census 2011, Chimta village has a total population of 6,332 people, consisting of 3,230 males and 3,102 females. The village has 1,466 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 783 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,077 literate and 2,255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,082 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 851 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chimta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,332 | 3,230 | 3,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 783 | 372 | 411 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,082 | 2,600 | 2,482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 851 | 430 | 421 |
| Literate Population | 4,077 | 2,358 | 1,719 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,255 | 872 | 1,383 |
Nearby Villages of Chimta
Chimta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puinjali | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Amtali | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Joygopalpur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Manipur | North | 2.92 km |
| Madhabkati | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Radhanagar Purba | West | 4.32 km |
| Jogesganj | East | 5.41 km |
| Patghara | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Korakati | North-West | 5.58 km |
| Atapur | North | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chimta
Chimta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 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 Chimta is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chimta is about 86.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chimta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chimta
Where is Chimta located?
Chimta village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chimta?
The Gram Panchayat of Chimta is Amtali.
What is the pincode of Chimta?
The pincode of Chimta is 743370.
What is the population of Chimta?
Chimta has a total population of 6,332, including 3,230 males and 3,102 females.
How many households are there in Chimta?
There are 1,466 households in Chimta.
What is the literacy rate in Chimta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimta is 64.39%. Male literacy is 73.00% and female literacy is 55.42%.