Campbell Bay - Great Nicobar, Nicobars
Campbell Bay is a village situated in the Great Nicobar taluka of Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. Campbell Bay village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Campbell Bay is 645200. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.4 hectares and falls under the 744302 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 556 km away.
Campbell Bay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Campbell Bay
According to the 2011 Census, Campbell Bay village had a total population of 5,736 people, including 3,362 males and 2,374 females, living in 1,608 households. The sex ratio was 706 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.28%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 80.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 453.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,736 | 3,362 | 2,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 692 | 369 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 256 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 4,352 | 2,708 | 1,644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 654 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Campbell Bay
Campbell Bay is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Campbell Bay
Campbell Bay is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Campbell Bay is about 556 km, with a usual travel time of around ~15.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Car Nicobar to Campbell Bay is about 287 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Campbell Bay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Campbell Bay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Campbell Bay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Campbell Bay village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Campbell Bay
Where is Campbell Bay located?
Campbell Bay village is located in Great Nicobar Taluka, Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Campbell Bay?
Campbell Bay is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Campbell Bay?
The pincode of Campbell Bay is 744302.
What is the population of Campbell Bay?
Campbell Bay had a total population of 5,736, including 3,362 males and 2,374 females.
How many households are there in Campbell Bay?
Campbell Bay had 1,608 households.
What is the literacy rate in Campbell Bay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Campbell Bay was 86.28%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 80.16%.