Chandranagar - Ramanujganj, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Chandranagar is a village situated in the Ramanujganj tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Ramanujganj and around 110 km from Ambikapur. Chandranagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandranagar is 431940. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.6 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Ramanujganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chandranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandranagar
As per Census 2011, Chandranagar village has a total population of 2,654 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,285 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 478 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,344 literate and 1,310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 737 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandranagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,654 | 1,369 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 251 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 737 | 432 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 1,344 | 799 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 570 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Chandranagar
Chandranagar 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 Chandranagar
Chandranagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramanujganj to Chandranagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Chandranagar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandranagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandranagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chandranagar
Where is Chandranagar located?
Chandranagar village is located in Ramanujganj Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandranagar?
Chandranagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandranagar?
The pincode of Chandranagar is 497220.
What is the population of Chandranagar?
Chandranagar has a total population of 2,654, including 1,369 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Chandranagar?
There are 545 households in Chandranagar.
What is the literacy rate in Chandranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandranagar is 50.64%. Male literacy is 58.36% and female literacy is 42.41%.