Chandpur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Chandpur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Karaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 201100. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.32 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
As per Census 2011, Chandpur village has a total population of 904 people, consisting of 468 males and 436 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 904 | 468 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 339 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 129 | 217 |
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 facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chandpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Machhlishahr to Chandpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Chandpur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Karaura.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 222143.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur has a total population of 904, including 468 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
There are 107 households in Chandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur is 61.73%. Male literacy is 72.44% and female literacy is 50.23%.