Chandpur - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Chandpur is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 78 km from Lansdowne and around 143 km from Pauri. Dobariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 047692. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.64 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 78 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 Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 42 people, including 23 males and 19 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.78%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 68.75%.
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 | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lansdowne to Chandpur is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Chandpur is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 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 5-10 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 Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Dobariya.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 246276.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 42, including 23 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 83.78%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 68.75%.