Chaitanyapur - Haripal, Hooghly
Chaitanyapur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.6 km from Khamar Chandi and around 34.7 km from Chinsura. Haripalsahadev serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaitanyapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaitanyapur is 325363. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.57 hectares and falls under the 712403 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chaitanyapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaitanyapur
As per Census 2011, Chaitanyapur village has a total population of 668 people, consisting of 338 males and 330 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaitanyapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 338 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 184 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 226 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 112 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Chaitanyapur
Chaitanyapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Joykrishnapur | North | 0.86 km |
| Radha Krisnapur | West | 0.88 km |
| Gosha | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Gabati | South | 1.23 km |
| Musapur | East | 1.45 km |
| Abhirampur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Chak Chandinagar | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Paharpur | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Kulubati Bhagabatipur | West | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaitanyapur
Chaitanyapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haripal, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Haripal to Chaitanyapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chaitanyapur is about 34.7 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 Chaitanyapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaitanyapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaitanyapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaitanyapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaitanyapur
Where is Chaitanyapur located?
Chaitanyapur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaitanyapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaitanyapur is Haripalsahadev.
What is the pincode of Chaitanyapur?
The pincode of Chaitanyapur is 712403.
What is the population of Chaitanyapur?
Chaitanyapur has a total population of 668, including 338 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Chaitanyapur?
There are 170 households in Chaitanyapur.
What is the literacy rate in Chaitanyapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaitanyapur is 62.57%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 58.18%.