Chandpur - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Chandpur is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Udepur M. serves as the Village Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 525148. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.46 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 34 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 Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 543 people, including 277 males and 266 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.51%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 69.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 543.
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 | 543 | 277 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 543 | 277 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 95 | 103 |
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
Public transport in the Chandpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Chandpur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandpur?
The Village Panchayat of Chandpur is Udepur M..
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 425419.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 543, including 277 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 74.51%. Male literacy was 79.13% and female literacy was 69.96%.