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Village code 342715
Jalchak Village, Pingla Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Jalchak is a village in Pingla 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.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Jalchak is a village in Pingla Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Jalchak, the population is 6,793, PIN code is 721155 and Census village code is 342715. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
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.
Google Map of Jalchak Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 342715 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 721155 |
| Population | 6,793 |
| Households | 1,630 |
| Area | 197.62 ha / 1.98 sq. km / 488 acres |
| Population density | 3,437 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 877 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Kharagpur (50 km) |
| Current state | West Bengal |
| Census 2011 state | West Bengal |
| Current district | Paschim Medinipur |
| Census 2011 district | Paschim Medinipur |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721155. This helps users verify the postal area for Jalchak, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 721155 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Jalchak SO, Bagnabarh BO, Balpai BO, Beluria BO, Bhemua BO, and Kerur BO |
| Best matching post office | Jalchak SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 11 |
| Postal district | Medinipur West |
| Postal state | West Bengal |
| Postal division | Midnapore Division |
| Postal circle | West Bengal Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Jalchak comes under Jalchak gram panchayat and Pingla C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Pingla Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Pingla at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.
| Current state | West Bengal |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | West Bengal |
| Current district | Paschim Medinipur |
| Census 2011 district | Paschim Medinipur |
| State code | 19 |
| District code | 344 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 2463 |
| C.D. Block code | 310 |
| Block panchayat code | 310 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Jalchak village and its household count.
Total population
6,793 residents in 1,630 households
Male population
3,620
Female population
3,173
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 129; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
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: 3
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 3
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Available; government count: 2
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.
| Primary health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Medicine shop | 6 |
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.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| CSC / internet cafe | Available |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Available |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not 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.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 20 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 22 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.
| Net area sown | 152.91 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 152.91 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 2 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 150.91 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 39.71 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Jute |
| Third crop | Vegetable |
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.
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
How to Reach Jalchak
Kharagpur (50 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Pingla 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.
| Nearest major town | Kharagpur (50 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Pingla |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
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.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- West Bengal government website Official state/UT portal
- Paschim Medinipur district administration Official district portal
- Banglarbhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 342715
- India Post PIN code search 721155
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Jalchak. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 3 |
|---|---|
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
| Govt Primary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 7 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 7 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| TB Clinic | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities in and Out Patient | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 3 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 6 |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General Public | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Excluding Bath for General Public | Available |
| Rural Production Mart or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the Village | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Internet Cafes / Common Service Centre (CSC) | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
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 Jalchak village located?
Jalchak is located in Pingla Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.
Which Block is Jalchak in?
Jalchak is in Pingla Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Jalchak in?
District: Paschim Medinipur.
What is the village code of Jalchak?
The Census village code of Jalchak is 342715.
What is the PIN code of Jalchak?
The PIN code reported for Jalchak is 721155.
What is the population of Jalchak?
Jalchak has 6,793 residents in 1,630 households as per Census 2011.
Which is the nearest town to Jalchak?
The nearest statutory town to Jalchak is Kharagpur (50 km).
Which crops are grown in Jalchak?
The main crops reported for Jalchak are Paddy, Jute, and Vegetable.
What land-use details are available for Jalchak?
Land-use details for Jalchak include net area sown: 152.91 hectares and irrigated area: 152.91 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Jalchak?
Government primary school status for Jalchak is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Jalchak?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Jalchak?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Jalchak?
The total geographical area of Jalchak is 197.62 hectares.
How many households are in Jalchak?
Jalchak has 1,630 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Jalchak?
Treated tap water is not available in village.
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