Chandpur - Pohri, Shivpuri
Chandpur is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Chandpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 455192. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.72 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 1,027 people, including 544 males and 483 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.77%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 34.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,027 | 544 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 122 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 293 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 251 | 347 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shivpuri to Chandpur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandpur?
Chandpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 473775.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 1,027, including 544 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 52.77%. Male literacy was 69.43% and female literacy was 34.78%.