Chaugharia (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Chaugharia (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.6 km from Mandirbazar and around 28.3 km from Alipore. Dhanurhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaugharia (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaugharia (K) is 334676. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.93 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaugharia (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaugharia (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Chaugharia (K) village had a total population of 2,596 people, including 1,373 males and 1,223 females, living in 548 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 65.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,177.
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 | 2,596 | 1,373 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,177 | 1,153 | 1,024 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 1,087 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 286 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Chaugharia (K)
Chaugharia (K) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gumki (k) | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Baji Sukdebpur (k) | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Panchanan (k) | South | 1.48 km |
| Champanagar (k) | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Mallikpur (k) | East | 1.55 km |
| Ghatakpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Sutabecha (k) | South | 1.89 km |
| Atpara | North | 1.98 km |
| Ramnathpur (k) | East | 2.25 km |
| Mandabtala (k) | South-East | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaugharia (K)
Chaugharia (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakshmikantpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Chaugharia (K) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chaugharia (K) is about 28.3 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 Chaugharia (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaugharia (K) 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaugharia (K)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaugharia (K) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaugharia (K)
Where is Chaugharia (K) located?
Chaugharia (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaugharia (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaugharia (K) is Dhanurhat.
What is the pincode of Chaugharia (K)?
The pincode of Chaugharia (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Chaugharia (K)?
Chaugharia (K) had a total population of 2,596, including 1,373 males and 1,223 females.
How many households are there in Chaugharia (K)?
Chaugharia (K) had 548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaugharia (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaugharia (K) was 77.23%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 65.59%.