Chinpai - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Chinpai is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 14.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Chinpai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinpai is 318092. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.59 hectares and falls under the 731104 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chinpai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinpai
As per Census 2011, Chinpai village has a total population of 2,760 people, consisting of 1,403 males and 1,357 females. The village has 660 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,749 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,051 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinpai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,760 | 1,403 | 1,357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 164 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,051 | 516 | 535 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 174 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 981 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 422 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Chinpai
Chinpai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayanpur | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Chak Dubrajpur | East | 1.45 km |
| Modapa | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Radhamadhabpur | North | 1.80 km |
| Elema | South | 1.81 km |
| Bandhershol | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Alalchak | South | 2.03 km |
| Sagar | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Bhabanipur | West | 2.56 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinpai
Chinpai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinpai, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Chinpai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Chinpai is about 14.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinpai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinpai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinpai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinpai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chinpai
Where is Chinpai located?
Chinpai village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinpai?
Chinpai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinpai?
The pincode of Chinpai is 731104.
What is the population of Chinpai?
Chinpai has a total population of 2,760, including 1,403 males and 1,357 females.
How many households are there in Chinpai?
There are 660 households in Chinpai.
What is the literacy rate in Chinpai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinpai is 63.37%. Male literacy is 69.92% and female literacy is 56.60%.