Chandpur - Arki, Solan
Chandpur is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bakhalag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 020097. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.47 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 290 people, including 137 males and 153 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.30%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 76.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 290 | 137 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 87 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Chandpur 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 <5 km |
| 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 Solan to Chandpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Bakhalag.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 173221.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 290, including 137 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 82.30%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 76.69%.