Chaulgola (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Chaulgola (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Mandirbazar and around 57.2 km from Alipore. Dhanurhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaulgola (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaulgola (K) is 334691. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.81 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chaulgola (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaulgola (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Chaulgola (K) village had a total population of 1,065 people, including 543 males and 522 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.25%, with male literacy at 88.14% and female literacy at 63.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 831.
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 | 1,065 | 543 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 831 | 425 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 416 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 127 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Chaulgola (K)
Chaulgola (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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetiberia (k) | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Dhanurhat (k) | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Achina (k) | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Ramchandrapur (k) | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Sutabecha (k) | North | 1.50 km |
| Nilambarpur (k) | South | 1.64 km |
| Panchanan (k) | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Brindabanpur (k) | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Shibpur (k) | South | 2.16 km |
| Bidyadharpur (k) | North-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaulgola (K)
Chaulgola (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 34.0 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Chaulgola (K) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chaulgola (K) is about 57.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaulgola (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaulgola (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaulgola (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 Chaulgola (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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaulgola (K)
Where is Chaulgola (K) located?
Chaulgola (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaulgola (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaulgola (K) is Dhanurhat.
What is the pincode of Chaulgola (K)?
The pincode of Chaulgola (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Chaulgola (K)?
Chaulgola (K) had a total population of 1,065, including 543 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Chaulgola (K)?
Chaulgola (K) had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaulgola (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaulgola (K) was 76.25%. Male literacy was 88.14% and female literacy was 63.78%.