Chandpur
Chandpur is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 44km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Chandpur village. As per 2009 stats, Chandpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chandpur unique in its vibrant Palampur-Kangra region. You’ll see Chandpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chandpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandpur is 011840. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176061. Palampur is nearest town to Chandpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chandpur
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur has a total population of about 493, with approximately 252 males and 241 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 186 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.88%, with male literacy at about 80.16% and female literacy near 73.44%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 252 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 92 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 202 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 50 | 64 |
Connectivity of Chandpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandpur. As per the 2011 stats, Chandpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandpur
- Where is Chandpur located?
- Chandpur village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
- Chandpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chandpur?
- The pincode of Chandpur is 176061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandpur is 493, with 252 males and 241 females.
- How many households are there in Chandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandpur village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandpur is 76.88%. The male literacy rate is 80.16%, while the female literacy rate is 73.44%.