Chanparai - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Chanparai is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Chinsurah and around 18.4 km from Chinsura. Digsuihoyera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanparai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanparai is 325044. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.1 hectares and falls under the 712147 pincode. Bansbaria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chanparai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanparai
As per Census 2011, Chanparai village has a total population of 1,672 people, consisting of 823 males and 849 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,053 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 949 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanparai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,672 | 823 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 83 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 479 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 94 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 588 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 235 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Chanparai
Chanparai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asfal | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Madhupur | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Hoera | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Taragun | South | 1.91 km |
| Shibrai | North | 2.00 km |
| Benedanga | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Fatepur | South | 2.18 km |
| Pakri | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Radhanagar | North | 2.45 km |
| Digsui | South-East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanparai
Chanparai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansbaria to Chanparai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chanparai is about 18.4 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 Chanparai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanparai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanparai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanparai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanparai
Where is Chanparai located?
Chanparai village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanparai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanparai is Digsuihoyera.
What is the pincode of Chanparai?
The pincode of Chanparai is 712147.
What is the population of Chanparai?
Chanparai has a total population of 1,672, including 823 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Chanparai?
There are 403 households in Chanparai.
What is the literacy rate in Chanparai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanparai is 62.98%. Male literacy is 71.45% and female literacy is 54.77%.