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.
Chainagar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chainagar 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 | 2,662 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chainagar village:
- The total population of Chainagar village is around 2,662, including approximately 1,360 males and 1,302 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 397 children aged 0–6 years in Chainagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chainagar village has 636 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 376 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chainagar village is about 53.61%, with male literacy at 58.75% and female literacy at 48.23%.
- There are around 613 households in Chainagar village.
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%.