Chandanpur - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chandanpur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 147 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Chandanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpur is 448277. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandanpur village had a total population of 990 people, including 532 males and 458 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.39%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 71.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 990 | 532 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 81 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 414 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 118 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpur
Chandanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shanti Nagar | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Hari Nagar | West | 2.15 km |
| Karekatta | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Partapur | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Shripur | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Thakur Nagar | North | 3.11 km |
| Bhingidar | North | 3.21 km |
| Indrapuri | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Avinash Nagar | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Warkot | South | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandanpur
Chandanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Chandanpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chandanpur is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandanpur
Where is Chandanpur located?
Chandanpur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandanpur?
The pincode of Chandanpur is 494776.
What is the population of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had a total population of 990, including 532 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpur was 82.39%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 71.65%.