Chitalghata
Chitalghata is a village located in Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.9km away from sub-district headquarter Chopra (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Sonapur is the gram panchayat of Chitalghata village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitalghata unique in its vibrant Chopra-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chitalghata’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chitalghata
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitalghata is 308830. The village spans a total geographical area of 1677.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733214. Islampur is nearest town to Chitalghata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chitalghata
Population of Chitalghata
According to the 2011 Census, Chitalghata has a total population of about 12,988, with approximately 6,747 males and 6,241 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,352 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,893 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 750. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.28%, with male literacy at about 54.62% and female literacy near 41.44%. There are around 2,411 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitalghata's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 12,988 | 6,747 | 6,241 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,352 | 1,224 | 1,128 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,893 | 999 | 894 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 750 | 386 | 364 |
Literate Population | 6,271 | 3,685 | 2,586 |
Illiterate Population | 6,717 | 3,062 | 3,655 |
Connectivity of Chitalghata
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitalghata. As per the 2011 stats, Chitalghata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitalghata
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitalghata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitalghata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitalghata
- Where is Chitalghata located?
- Chitalghata village is situated in Chopra Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitalghata?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitalghata is Sonapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitalghata?
- The pincode of Chitalghata is 733214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitalghata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitalghata is 12,988, with 6,747 males and 6,241 females.
- How many households are there in Chitalghata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitalghata village has a total of 2,411 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitalghata as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitalghata is 48.28%. The male literacy rate is 54.62%, while the female literacy rate is 41.44%.