Chanchar

Chanchar is a village located in Vishnupur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Vishnupur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Chanchar village. As per 2009 stats, Bankadaha is the gram panchayat of Chanchar village.

Chanchar 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 Chanchar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanchar is 328291. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722164. Bishnupur is nearest town to Chanchar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Chanchar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,141 579 562
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 83 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 232 117 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 21 12 9
Literate Population 536 309 227
Illiterate Population 605 270 335

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

  • The total population of Chanchar village is around 1,141, including approximately 579 males and 562 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Chanchar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chanchar village has 232 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chanchar village is about 46.98%, with male literacy at 53.37% and female literacy at 40.39%.
  • There are around 265 households in Chanchar village.

Connectivity of Chanchar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chanchar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chanchar

Where is Chanchar located?
Chanchar village is situated in Vishnupur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanchar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanchar is Bankadaha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chanchar?
The pincode of Chanchar is 722164, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chanchar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanchar is 1,141, with 579 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Chanchar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chanchar village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanchar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanchar is 46.98%. The male literacy rate is 53.37%, while the female literacy rate is 40.39%.