Chandrapura - Dag, Jhalawar
Chandrapura is a village situated in the Dag tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from Gangdhar and around 117 km from Jhalawar. Peeplya Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapura is 105328. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.09 hectares and falls under the 326514 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Chandrapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrapura
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapura village had a total population of 220 people, including 119 males and 101 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.18%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 25.00%.
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 | 220 | 119 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 55 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 64 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapura
Chandrapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamanda Kalan | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Peeplya Khurd | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Umariya | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Madhvi | East | 1.92 km |
| Bhaisajhar | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Dhamanda Khurd | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Sujanpur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Nipaniya | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Patlai | South | 3.47 km |
| Malpura | East | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandrapura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chandrapura. The nearest railway station is Nathukheri, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Chandrapura is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Chandrapura is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandrapura
Where is Chandrapura located?
Chandrapura village is located in Dag Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapura is Peeplya Khurd.
What is the pincode of Chandrapura?
The pincode of Chandrapura is 326514.
What is the population of Chandrapura?
Chandrapura had a total population of 220, including 119 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapura?
Chandrapura had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapura was 41.18%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 25.00%.