Chandrapur
Chandrapur is a Town and Subdivision in Kamrup Metropolitan District of Assam. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Chandrapur Block (CD) is 02131. The total area of Chandrapur Subdivision is 149 km², which includes 143.24 km² of rural area and 6.23 km² of urban area. Chandrapur has a sex ratio of approximately 950 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Chandrapur Subdivision
Chandrapur Subdivision has a total of 44 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chandrapur Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 No Dhamkhunda | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 2 | 2 No Birkuchi | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (10 km) |
| 3 | 2 No Bonda | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (8 km) |
| 4 | 2 No Chandrapur | Chandrapur | Guwahati (22 km) |
| 5 | 2 No Dhamkhunda | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 6 | 2 No Gharua | Digaaru | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 7 | 2 No Hojobari | Lachitgarh | Guwahati (30 km) |
| 8 | 2 No Juboi | Digaaru | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 9 | 2 No Khankar | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (28 km) |
| 10 | 2 No Kharghuli | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (7 km) |
| 11 | 2 No Michamari | Chandrapur | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 12 | 2 No Niz Panbari | Chandrapur | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 13 | 2 No Panikhati | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (15 km) |
| 14 | 2 No Thakurbari | Chandrapur | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 15 | Ahorigog | Chandrapur | Guwahati (39 km) |
| 16 | Barchapahi | Chandrapur | Guwahati (17 km) |
| 17 | Bonda | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (5 km) |
| 18 | Borbila Bill | Chandrapur | Guwahati (40 km) |
| 19 | Chandrapur | Chandrapur | Guwahati (22 km) |
| 20 | Chandrapur Baghicha | Chandrapur | Chandrapur |
| 21 | Dhipuji Pathar | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 22 | Dhipujijan Pam | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 23 | Ghoramarajan Pam | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 24 | Gobardhan Grant | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 25 | Govali | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (27 km) |
| 26 | Hajobari N C | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (30 km) |
| 27 | Hatibagara | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (33 km) |
| 28 | Hojobari | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (17 km) |
| 29 | Kajalichowki | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (22 km) |
| 30 | Kamarpur Pahar | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 31 | Kamarpur Village | Paschim Mayong | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 32 | Khankar | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (13 km) |
| 33 | Khankar N C | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 34 | Kharghuli N C | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (8 km) |
| 35 | Kurkuria Grant | Digaaru | Guwahati (30 km) |
| 36 | Michamari | Chandrapur | Guwahati (25 km) |
| 37 | Michamari N C | Chandrapur | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 38 | Mikirpam | Paschim Mayong | Chandrapur |
| 39 | Niz Panbari | Chandrapur | Guwahati |
| 40 | Niz Panbari N C | Chandrapur | Guwahati (38 km) |
| 41 | Panikhaiti | Panikhaiti | Guwahati (15 km) |
| 42 | Tatimara | Chandrapur | Guwahati (20 km) |
| 43 | Thakurkuchi Gaon | Chandrapur | Guwahati (35 km) |
| 44 | Thakurkuchi N C | Chandrapur | Guwahati (30 km) |
Population of Chandrapur Subdivision
The population profile of Chandrapur Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chandrapur Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49,277 | 44,171 | 5,106 |
| Male Population | 25,268 | 22,634 | 2,634 |
| Female Population | 24,009 | 21,537 | 2,472 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,871 | 6,289 | 582 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,399 | 3,104 | 295 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,472 | 3,185 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 30,261 | 26,541 | 3,720 |
| Literate Male Population | 16,791 | 14,735 | 2,056 |
| Literate Female Population | 13,470 | 11,806 | 1,664 |
| Illiterate Population | 19,016 | 17,630 | 1,386 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,477 | 7,899 | 578 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,539 | 9,731 | 808 |
| Total Households | 10,100 | 8,989 | 1,111 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Chandrapur Subdivision is around 49,277 people. This includes 25,268 males and 24,009 females. Rural population is about 44,171 (22,634 males and 21,537 females), while urban population is nearly 5,106 (2,634 males and 2,472 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 6,871 of the population, with 3,399 boys and 3,472 girls. Rural areas have 6,289 children, and urban areas have about 582 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 30,261 literate people in Chandrapur Subdivision, including 16,791 literate males and 13,470 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 26,541 individuals and urban literacy covers around 3,720 people.
- About 19,016 people in Chandrapur Subdivision are not literate, including 8,477 males and 10,539 females. Rural areas include 17,630 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 1,386 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 10,100 households, with 8,989 in villages and 1,111 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Chandrapur Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,702 | 10,179 | 523 |
| SC Male Population | 5,466 | 5,192 | 274 |
| SC Female Population | 5,236 | 4,987 | 249 |
| Total ST Population | 5,922 | 5,550 | 372 |
| ST Male Population | 2,962 | 2,779 | 183 |
| ST Female Population | 2,960 | 2,771 | 189 |
| Population Density | 330 / km² | 308 / km² | 820 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chandrapur Subdivision is approximately 10,702 people, including 5,466 males and 5,236 females. Around 10,179 people live in rural parts. Nearly 523 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chandrapur Subdivision is about 5,922 people, including 2,962 males and 2,960 females. Around 5,550 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 372 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 330 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 308 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 820 people per sq. km.