Chiranch
Chiranch is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.5km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Chiranch village. As per 2009 stats, Raniganj is the gram panchayat of Chiranch village.
Chiranch 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 Chiranch
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chiranch is 309394. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raigunj is nearest town to Chiranch village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chiranch village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chiranch
Population of Chiranch
Below is a concise population overview of Chiranch as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,201 | 627 | 574 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 114 | 128 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 290 | 270 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
Literate Population | 357 | 219 | 138 |
Illiterate Population | 844 | 408 | 436 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chiranch village:
- The total population of Chiranch village is around 1,201, including approximately 627 males and 574 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Chiranch village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chiranch village has 560 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 86 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chiranch village is about 29.73%, with male literacy at 34.93% and female literacy at 24.04%.
- There are around 234 households in Chiranch village.
Connectivity of Chiranch
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chiranch. As per the 2011 stats, Chiranch 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chiranch
Knowing the nearby villages of Chiranch helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chiranch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chiranch
- Where is Chiranch located?
- Chiranch village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chiranch?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chiranch is Raniganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chiranch?
- The pincode of Chiranch is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chiranch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chiranch is 1,201, with 627 males and 574 females.
- How many households are there in Chiranch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chiranch village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chiranch as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chiranch is 29.73%. The male literacy rate is 34.93%, while the female literacy rate is 24.04%.