Chandwar - Firozabad
Chandwar is a village situated in the Firozabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Firozabad and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Davrai Firozabad. Chandwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandwar is 125595. The village covers a total geographical area of 1728.78 hectares and falls under the 283203 pincode.
Chandwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandwar
As per Census 2011, Chandwar village has a total population of 12,004 people, consisting of 6,391 males and 5,613 females. The village has 2,101 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,490 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,551 literate and 6,453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,004 | 6,391 | 5,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,490 | 1,319 | 1,171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 5,551 | 3,739 | 1,812 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,453 | 2,652 | 3,801 |
Nearby Villages of Chandwar
Chandwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indon | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Sufipur | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Mandua | South | 3.26 km |
| Shahidpur | South | 3.50 km |
| Nasirpur | East | 3.67 km |
| Shankarpur | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Barkatpur | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Bilahna | East | 4.08 km |
| Basaimohammadpur | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Himayunpur Edoin | West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandwar
Chandwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Firozabad, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Davrai Firozabad to Chandwar is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandwar 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 Chandwar
Where is Chandwar located?
Chandwar village is located in Firozabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandwar?
Chandwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandwar?
The pincode of Chandwar is 283203.
What is the population of Chandwar?
Chandwar has a total population of 12,004, including 6,391 males and 5,613 females.
How many households are there in Chandwar?
There are 2,101 households in Chandwar.
What is the literacy rate in Chandwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandwar is 46.24%. Male literacy is 58.50% and female literacy is 32.28%.