Chemagari - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Chemagari is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Rudranagar and around 108 km from Alipore. Dhablat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chemagari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chemagari is 335278. The village covers a total geographical area of 851.9 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Chemagari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chemagari
According to the 2011 Census, Chemagari village had a total population of 6,564 people, including 3,359 males and 3,205 females, living in 1,447 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.70%, with male literacy at 90.87% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,091, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 6,564 | 3,359 | 3,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 811 | 390 | 421 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,091 | 565 | 526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 4,873 | 2,698 | 2,175 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,691 | 661 | 1,030 |
Nearby Villages of Chemagari
Chemagari 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 Chemagari
Chemagari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Chemagari is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chemagari is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chemagari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chemagari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chemagari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chemagari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chemagari
Where is Chemagari located?
Chemagari village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chemagari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chemagari is Dhablat.
What is the pincode of Chemagari?
The pincode of Chemagari is 743373.
What is the population of Chemagari?
Chemagari had a total population of 6,564, including 3,359 males and 3,205 females.
How many households are there in Chemagari?
Chemagari had 1,447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chemagari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chemagari was 84.70%. Male literacy was 90.87% and female literacy was 78.13%.