Chatra
About Chatra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chatra village is 334932. Chatra village is located in Jaynagar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km away from sub-district headquarter Baru (tehsildar office) and 38.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Bamangachhi is the gram panchayat of Chatra village.
The total geographical area of village is 76.8 hectares. Chatra has a total population of 1,743 peoples, out of which male population is 926 while female population is 817. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 882 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chatra village is 68.50% out of which 76.89% males and 59.00% females are literate. There are about 344 houses in chatra village. Pincode of chatra village locality is 743337.
When it comes to administration, Chatra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chatra village comes under Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency. Joynagar Majil is nearest town to chatra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Chatra
The population details of Chatra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,743 | 926 | 817 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 683 | 352 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 712 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 214 | 335 |
Connectivity of Chatra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chatra
Where is Chatra located?
Chatra village is situated in Jaynagar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatra is Bamangachhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chatra?
The pincode of Chatra is 743337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chatra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chatra is 1,743, with 926 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Chatra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chatra village has a total of 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chatra is 68.50%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 59.00%.