Chak Chandinagar - Haripal, Hooghly
Chak Chandinagar is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.7 km from Khamar Chandi and around 33 km from Chinsura. haripalashutosh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Chandinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Chandinagar is 325367. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.39 hectares and falls under the 712403 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chak Chandinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Chandinagar
As per Census 2011, Chak Chandinagar village has a total population of 1,414 people, consisting of 713 males and 701 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Chandinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,414 | 713 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 112 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 563 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 150 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Chandinagar
Chak Chandinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santipur | North-East | 0.69 km |
| Paschim Joykrishnapur | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Abhirampur | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Raghubati | North | 1.02 km |
| Chandi Nagar | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Haripal | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Dakshin Ramchandrapur | East | 1.46 km |
| Chaitanyapur | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Musapur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Aminpur | North | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Chandinagar
Chak Chandinagar 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 30.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Haripal to Chak Chandinagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chak Chandinagar is about 33 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 Chak Chandinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Chandinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Chandinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Chandinagar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chak Chandinagar
Where is Chak Chandinagar located?
Chak Chandinagar village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Chandinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Chandinagar is haripalashutosh.
What is the pincode of Chak Chandinagar?
The pincode of Chak Chandinagar is 712403.
What is the population of Chak Chandinagar?
Chak Chandinagar has a total population of 1,414, including 713 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chandinagar?
There are 274 households in Chak Chandinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chandinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chandinagar is 74.68%. Male literacy is 78.96% and female literacy is 70.33%.