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
As per Census 2011, Chandrahat village has a total population of 452 people, consisting of 229 males and 223 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrahat are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 452, including 229 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Chandrahat?
There are 110 households in Chandrahat.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrahat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrahat is 55.09%. Male literacy is 59.83% and female literacy is 50.22%.