Village code 337739

Chauka Village, Ghatal Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Chauka is a village in Ghatal Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Chauka village map in West Bengal
Chauka village map image for Ghatal Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Chauka is a village in Ghatal Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Chauka, the population is 1,495, PIN code is 721232 and Census village code is 337739. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Chauka village
Village code337739
PIN code721232
Population1,495
Households318
Area259.82 ha / 2.60 sq. km / 642 acres
Population density575 people per sq. km
Sex ratio904 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townGhatal (10 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721232. This helps users verify the postal area for Chauka, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Chauka village
PIN code721232
Post offices linked with this PINKhirpai SO, Alui BO, Chaklachipur BO, Chowka BO, Dingal Kamargeria BO, and Gohaldanga BO
Best matching post officeKhirpai SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtMedinipur West
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionMidnapore Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Chauka comes under Chauka gram panchayat and Ghatal C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Ghatal Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Ghatal at 29.70 km. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Chauka
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur
State code19
District code344
Block / Census sub-district code2448
C.D. Block code295
Block panchayat code295

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Chauka village and its household count.

Total population

1,495 residents in 318 households

Male population

785

Female population

710

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 81; Scheduled Tribes: 19

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Chauka
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Chauka
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Chauka
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power8 hours per day
Winter domestic power18 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Chauka
Net area sown174.95 hectares
Irrigated area159.82 hectares
Unirrigated area15.13 hectares
Canal irrigated area40.48 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area20.23 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area99.11 hectares
Non-agricultural area24.03 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Chauka
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Chauka

Ghatal (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Ghatal is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Chauka
Nearest major townGhatal (10 km)
Block headquartersGhatal (29.70 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Chauka. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Chauka
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Senior Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
VansAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable
Power Supply for Commercial UseAvailable
Power Supply for All UsersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chauka village located?

Chauka is located in Ghatal Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.

Which Block is Chauka in?

Chauka is in Ghatal Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Chauka in?

District: Paschim Medinipur.

What is the village code of Chauka?

The Census village code of Chauka is 337739.

What is the PIN code of Chauka?

The PIN code reported for Chauka is 721232.

What is the population of Chauka?

Chauka has 1,495 residents in 318 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Chauka?

The nearest statutory town to Chauka is Ghatal (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Chauka?

The main crops reported for Chauka are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Chauka?

Land-use details for Chauka include net area sown: 174.95 hectares, irrigated area: 159.82 hectares, and unirrigated area: 15.13 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Chauka?

Government primary school status for Chauka is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Chauka?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Chauka?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Chauka?

The total geographical area of Chauka is 259.82 hectares.

How many households are in Chauka?

Chauka has 318 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Chauka?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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