Chanda

Chanda is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.9km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 19.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Harit is the gram panchayat of Chanda village.

Here you can discover what makes Chanda unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Chanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanda is 325282. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.57 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Chanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Chanda

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Population of Chanda

According to the 2011 Census, Chanda has a total population of about 927, with approximately 476 males and 451 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 106. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.62%, with male literacy at about 80.25% and female literacy near 70.73%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 927 476 451
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 34 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 195 92 103
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 106 53 53
Literate Population 701 382 319
Illiterate Population 226 94 132

Connectivity of Chanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanda. As per the 2011 stats, Chanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Chanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chanda

Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda is Harit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanda is 927, with 476 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chanda village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanda is 75.62%. The male literacy rate is 80.25%, while the female literacy rate is 70.73%.