Chakrapanipur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chakrapanipur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakrapanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakrapanipur is 310670. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.83 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chakrapanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakrapanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Chakrapanipur village had a total population of 654 people, including 342 males and 312 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.48%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 82.53%.
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 | 654 | 342 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 230 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 112 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Chakrapanipur
Chakrapanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyampur | East | 0.64 km |
| Keshabpur | West | 1.12 km |
| Shikarpur | East | 1.16 km |
| Minapara | South | 1.23 km |
| Hekandair | North | 1.46 km |
| Kashimpur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Fayezpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Enayatpur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Damina | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Ratanmala | South | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakrapanipur
Chakrapanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Chakrapanipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chakrapanipur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakrapanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakrapanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakrapanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakrapanipur 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakrapanipur
Where is Chakrapanipur located?
Chakrapanipur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakrapanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakrapanipur is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Chakrapanipur?
The pincode of Chakrapanipur is 733124.
What is the population of Chakrapanipur?
Chakrapanipur had a total population of 654, including 342 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Chakrapanipur?
Chakrapanipur had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakrapanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakrapanipur was 82.48%. Male literacy was 82.44% and female literacy was 82.53%.