Chandpur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Chandpur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chandpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 055522. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.2 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 632 people, including 323 males and 309 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.07%, with male literacy at 94.98% and female literacy at 72.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 632 | 323 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 265 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 58 | 115 |
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 in the Chandpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chandpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chandpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
Chandpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 263159.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 632, including 323 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 84.07%. Male literacy was 94.98% and female literacy was 72.66%.