Chakalia
Chakalia is a village located in Goalpokhar Ii subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 27.6km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar . Raiganj is the district headquarter of Chakalia village. As per 2009 stats, Chakulia is the gram panchayat of Chakalia village.
Chakalia has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chakalia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakalia is 309224. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733211. Kishangang is nearest town to Chakalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Chakalia
Population of Chakalia
Below is a concise population overview of Chakalia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,424 | 1,251 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 415 | 223 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 292 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | N/A | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 579 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,369 | 672 | 697 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakalia village:
- The total population of Chakalia village is around 2,424, including approximately 1,251 males and 1,173 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 415 children aged 0–6 years in Chakalia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakalia village has 602 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chakalia village is about 43.52%, with male literacy at 46.28% and female literacy at 40.58%.
- There are around 469 households in Chakalia village.
Connectivity of Chakalia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakalia. As per the 2011 stats, Chakalia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chakalia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakalia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chakalia
- Where is Chakalia located?
- Chakalia village is situated in Goalpokhar Ii Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chakalia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chakalia is Chakulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chakalia?
- The pincode of Chakalia is 733211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chakalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakalia is 2,424, with 1,251 males and 1,173 females.
- How many households are there in Chakalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chakalia village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chakalia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakalia is 43.52%. The male literacy rate is 46.28%, while the female literacy rate is 40.58%.