Chandanpur - Haripal, Hooghly
Chandanpur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Khamar Chandi and around 34.7 km from Chinsura. Chandanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpur is 325395. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.16 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Singur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandanpur
As per Census 2011, Chandanpur village has a total population of 2,347 people, consisting of 1,179 males and 1,168 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,498 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,347 | 1,179 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 135 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 166 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,498 | 832 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 347 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Porra | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Harat | East | 0.94 km |
| Badishta | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Faridpur | West | 1.03 km |
| Kumragari | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Bade Digaria | South | 1.44 km |
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Ishta | North | 1.54 km |
| Kankuria | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Lakshmanpur | South | 1.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandanpur
Chandanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singur to Chandanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Chandanpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandanpur
Where is Chandanpur located?
Chandanpur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandanpur?
The pincode of Chandanpur is 712223.
What is the population of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur has a total population of 2,347, including 1,179 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpur?
There are 521 households in Chandanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpur is 63.83%. Male literacy is 70.57% and female literacy is 57.02%.