Chandra

Chandra is a village located in Saltora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.8km away from sub-district headquarter Saltora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Chandra village. As per 2009 stats, Gogra is the gram panchayat of Chandra village.

Chandra has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chandra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandra is 326108. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722158. Bankura is nearest town to Chandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Chandra

Below is a concise population overview of Chandra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,157 598 559
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 74 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 664 341 323
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 3 2
Literate Population 588 382 206
Illiterate Population 569 216 353

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chandra village:

  • The total population of Chandra village is around 1,157, including approximately 598 males and 559 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Chandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chandra village has 664 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chandra village is about 50.82%, with male literacy at 63.88% and female literacy at 36.85%.
  • There are around 247 households in Chandra village.

Connectivity of Chandra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandra. As per the 2011 stats, Chandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chandra

Knowing the nearby villages of Chandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chandra

Where is Chandra located?
Chandra village is situated in Saltora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandra is Gogra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chandra?
The pincode of Chandra is 722158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandra is 1,157, with 598 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandra village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandra is 50.82%. The male literacy rate is 63.88%, while the female literacy rate is 36.85%.