Chandpur - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Chandpur is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 63 km from Lansdowne and around 138 km from Pauri. Chandpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 047219. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.9 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandpur
As per Census 2011, Chandpur village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 228 males and 210 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 228 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 184 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 44 | 102 |
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
Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Chandpur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Chandpur is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal 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 246123.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur has a total population of 438, including 228 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
There are 90 households in Chandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur is 66.67%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 51.43%.