Chandura - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Chandura is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 35.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ashokegram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandura is 310712. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.29 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chandura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandura
According to the 2011 Census, Chandura village had a total population of 775 people, including 403 males and 372 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.19%, with male literacy at 96.92% and female literacy at 91.24%.
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 | 775 | 403 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 346 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 57 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Chandura
Chandura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbba Shankarpur | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Kamar Khair | East | 1.14 km |
| Narail | South | 1.16 km |
| Faridpur Domotha | North | 1.41 km |
| Shibkrishnapur | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Tikirahail | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Chalun | West | 2.03 km |
| Chakashan | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Purbba Bishnupur | East | 2.24 km |
| Rampur | East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandura
Chandura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gangarampur to Chandura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Chandura is about 35.5 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 Chandura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandura 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 Chandura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandura
Where is Chandura located?
Chandura village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandura is Ashokegram.
What is the pincode of Chandura?
The pincode of Chandura is 733124.
What is the population of Chandura?
Chandura had a total population of 775, including 403 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Chandura?
Chandura had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandura was 94.19%. Male literacy was 96.92% and female literacy was 91.24%.