Krishnapur Chandanpur - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Krishnapur Chandanpur is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from Chinsurah and around 8.6 km from Chinsura. Debanandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnapur Chandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnapur Chandanpur is 325077. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.74 hectares and falls under the 712103 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Krishnapur Chandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krishnapur Chandanpur
As per Census 2011, Krishnapur Chandanpur village has a total population of 2,021 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 964 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,323 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishnapur Chandanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,021 | 1,057 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 123 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 707 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 350 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnapur Chandanpur
Krishnapur Chandanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Khejuria | East | 0.79 km |
| Tarabihari | West | 0.86 km |
| Dakshin Hazipur | North | 0.93 km |
| Debanandapur | South | 0.97 km |
| Jhanpa | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Iswarbaha | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Saptagram | North | 1.49 km |
| Trish Bigha | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Baral Malimpur | West | 1.62 km |
| Tegharia | East | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishnapur Chandanpur
Krishnapur Chandanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adi Saptagram, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Krishnapur Chandanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Krishnapur Chandanpur is about 8.6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnapur Chandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnapur Chandanpur 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 Krishnapur Chandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnapur Chandanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Krishnapur Chandanpur
Where is Krishnapur Chandanpur located?
Krishnapur Chandanpur village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnapur Chandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnapur Chandanpur is Debanandapur.
What is the pincode of Krishnapur Chandanpur?
The pincode of Krishnapur Chandanpur is 712103.
What is the population of Krishnapur Chandanpur?
Krishnapur Chandanpur has a total population of 2,021, including 1,057 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Krishnapur Chandanpur?
There are 493 households in Krishnapur Chandanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnapur Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnapur Chandanpur is 65.46%. Male literacy is 66.89% and female literacy is 63.90%.