Chak Jaydi - Magrahat - I, South 24 Parganas
Chak Jaydi is a village situated in the Magrahat - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from Usthi and around 26.4 km from Alipore. Sirakol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Jaydi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Jaydi is 334107. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.56 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chak Jaydi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Jaydi
As per Census 2011, Chak Jaydi village has a total population of 3,692 people, consisting of 1,836 males and 1,856 females. The village has 725 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,104 literate and 1,588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Jaydi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,692 | 1,836 | 1,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 261 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 131 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,104 | 1,129 | 975 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,588 | 707 | 881 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Jaydi
Chak Jaydi 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 Chak Jaydi
Chak Jaydi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chak Jaydi.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Chak Jaydi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chak Jaydi is about 26.4 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 Chak Jaydi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Jaydi 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 Chak Jaydi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Jaydi 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Jaydi
Where is Chak Jaydi located?
Chak Jaydi village is located in Magrahat - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Jaydi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Jaydi is Sirakol.
What is the pincode of Chak Jaydi?
The pincode of Chak Jaydi is 743355.
What is the population of Chak Jaydi?
Chak Jaydi has a total population of 3,692, including 1,836 males and 1,856 females.
How many households are there in Chak Jaydi?
There are 725 households in Chak Jaydi.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Jaydi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Jaydi is 56.99%. Male literacy is 61.49% and female literacy is 52.53%.