Chandrahat - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Chandrahat is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 43.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Ulkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrahat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrahat is 316746. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.24 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chandrahat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandrahat
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrahat village had a total population of 452 people, including 229 males and 223 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.33%, with male literacy at 66.83% and female literacy at 55.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 452 | 229 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 137 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 92 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrahat
Chandrahat 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 Chandrahat
Chandrahat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Chandrahat is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Chandrahat is about 43.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrahat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrahat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrahat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrahat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandrahat
Where is Chandrahat located?
Chandrahat village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrahat?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrahat is Ulkunda.
What is the pincode of Chandrahat?
The pincode of Chandrahat is 731213.
What is the population of Chandrahat?
Chandrahat had a total population of 452, including 229 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Chandrahat?
Chandrahat had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrahat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrahat was 61.33%. Male literacy was 66.83% and female literacy was 55.72%.