Chandipur - Kailashahar, Unakoti
Chandipur is a village situated in the Kailashahar subdivision of Unakoti district, Tripura. It is located approximately 9 km from Gournagar and around 9 km from Kailasahar. Chandipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandipur is 272594. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 799277 pincode. Kailashahar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandipur
As per Census 2011, Chandipur village has a total population of 3,431 people, consisting of 1,703 males and 1,728 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,626 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 298 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,431 | 1,703 | 1,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 215 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,582 | 774 | 808 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 2,626 | 1,397 | 1,229 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 306 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Chandipur
Chandipur 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 Chandipur
Chandipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kailashahar to Chandipur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Chandipur is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandipur
Where is Chandipur located?
Chandipur village is located in Kailashahar Subdivision, Unakoti district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandipur?
Chandipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandipur?
The pincode of Chandipur is 799277.
What is the population of Chandipur?
Chandipur has a total population of 3,431, including 1,703 males and 1,728 females.
How many households are there in Chandipur?
There are 755 households in Chandipur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipur is 76.54%. Male literacy is 82.03% and female literacy is 71.12%.