Chainagar
Chainagar is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.2km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Chainagar village. As per 2009 stats, Chainagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chainagar unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chainagar’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 Chainagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chainagar is 309824. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733156. Raiganj is nearest town to Chainagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Chainagar
Population of Chainagar
According to the 2011 Census, Chainagar has a total population of about 2,662, with approximately 1,360 males and 1,302 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 397 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 636 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 376. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.61%, with male literacy at about 58.75% and female literacy near 48.23%. There are around 613 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chainagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,662 | 1,360 | 1,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 191 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 331 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 188 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 799 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,235 | 561 | 674 |
Connectivity of Chainagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chainagar. As per the 2011 stats, Chainagar 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 Chainagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chainagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chainagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chainagar
- Where is Chainagar located?
- Chainagar village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chainagar?
- Chainagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chainagar?
- The pincode of Chainagar is 733156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chainagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chainagar is 2,662, with 1,360 males and 1,302 females.
- How many households are there in Chainagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chainagar village has a total of 613 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chainagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chainagar is 53.61%. The male literacy rate is 58.75%, while the female literacy rate is 48.23%.