Chandarpur - Ramanujnagar, Surajpur
Chandarpur is a village situated in the Ramanujnagar tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Ramanujnagar and around 50 km from Ambikapur. Chandarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandarpur is 432840. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.5 hectares and falls under the 497333 pincode. Surajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandarpur
As per Census 2011, Chandarpur village has a total population of 1,240 people, consisting of 626 males and 614 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,059 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,240 | 626 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 118 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,059 | 537 | 522 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 333 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 293 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Chandarpur
Chandarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Telsara | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Patna | South | 2.31 km |
| Kot | East | 2.51 km |
| Gopipur | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Sonpur | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Chandrikapur | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Pasta | West | 3.65 km |
| Rampur | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Bishunpur | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Amgaon | South-East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandarpur
Chandarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sheoprasadnager, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.1 km.
| 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 Surajpur to Chandarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Chandarpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandarpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandarpur
Where is Chandarpur located?
Chandarpur village is located in Ramanujnagar Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandarpur?
Chandarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandarpur?
The pincode of Chandarpur is 497333.
What is the population of Chandarpur?
Chandarpur has a total population of 1,240, including 626 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Chandarpur?
There are 253 households in Chandarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandarpur is 45.48%. Male literacy is 53.19% and female literacy is 37.62%.