Chaplarkhop - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Chaplarkhop is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 70.8 km from Alipore. Dighirpar-bakultala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaplarkhop village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaplarkhop is 335181. The village covers a total geographical area of 775.38 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chaplarkhop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaplarkhop
As per Census 2011, Chaplarkhop village has a total population of 4,088 people, consisting of 2,076 males and 2,012 females. The village has 870 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,979 literate and 1,109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaplarkhop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,088 | 2,076 | 2,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 266 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,979 | 1,611 | 1,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 465 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Chaplarkhop
Chaplarkhop 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatbakultala | North | 2.19 km |
| Jogendra Nagar | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Banshtala Baraghari | West | 2.87 km |
| Dighirpar Bakultala | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Kaorakhali | South | 3.00 km |
| Piprakhali | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Abad Bhagabanpur | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Paylabhagabanpur | West | 3.99 km |
| Amirpur | West | 4.26 km |
| Dakshin Raypur | South | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaplarkhop
Chaplarkhop is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhabpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Chaplarkhop is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chaplarkhop is about 70.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaplarkhop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaplarkhop 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaplarkhop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaplarkhop 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 Chaplarkhop
Where is Chaplarkhop located?
Chaplarkhop village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaplarkhop?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaplarkhop is Dighirpar-bakultala.
What is the pincode of Chaplarkhop?
The pincode of Chaplarkhop is 743354.
What is the population of Chaplarkhop?
Chaplarkhop has a total population of 4,088, including 2,076 males and 2,012 females.
How many households are there in Chaplarkhop?
There are 870 households in Chaplarkhop.
What is the literacy rate in Chaplarkhop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaplarkhop is 72.87%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 67.99%.