Chan Pur - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Chan Pur is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Chan Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chan Pur is 214375. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.42 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Chan Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chan Pur
As per Census 2011, Chan Pur village has a total population of 2,920 people, consisting of 1,543 males and 1,377 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 1,621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 807 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chan Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,920 | 1,543 | 1,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 286 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 807 | 424 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 869 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,621 | 674 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Chan Pur
Chan Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machbandhawa | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Chak Bagdari Sani | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Munagadih | West | 1.85 km |
| Dhanawar | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Sangsoti | East | 3.42 km |
| Chak Bagadari | West | 3.67 km |
| Jhanak Pur | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Karam Tola | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Ranadah Tola | South | 4.31 km |
| Chouna | North-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chan Pur
Chan Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Sonbhadra to Chan Pur is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chan Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chan Pur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chan Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chan Pur 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 Chan Pur
Where is Chan Pur located?
Chan Pur village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chan Pur?
Chan Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chan Pur?
The pincode of Chan Pur is 231208.
What is the population of Chan Pur?
Chan Pur has a total population of 2,920, including 1,543 males and 1,377 females.
How many households are there in Chan Pur?
There are 556 households in Chan Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Chan Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chan Pur is 44.49%. Male literacy is 56.32% and female literacy is 31.23%.