Chenchai Chandi - Habibpur, Malda
Chenchai Chandi is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Habibpur and around 13.8 km from English Bazar. Aiho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chenchai Chandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chenchai Chandi is 313166. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.1 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chenchai Chandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maldaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chenchai Chandi
As per Census 2011, Chenchai Chandi village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 325 males and 315 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chenchai Chandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 325 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 174 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 151 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Chenchai Chandi
Chenchai Chandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Upar Kendua | North | 0.66 km |
| Damdama | East | 1.13 km |
| Rishipur | South | 1.64 km |
| Chamarjol | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Akalpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Manoharpur | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Jadabnagar | West | 1.90 km |
| Darajpur | North | 1.95 km |
| Horgao | East | 2.55 km |
| Talpukur | North | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chenchai Chandi
Chenchai Chandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.1 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Chenchai Chandi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Chenchai Chandi is about 13.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chenchai Chandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chenchai Chandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chenchai Chandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chenchai Chandi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chenchai Chandi
Where is Chenchai Chandi located?
Chenchai Chandi village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chenchai Chandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chenchai Chandi is Aiho.
What is the pincode of Chenchai Chandi?
The pincode of Chenchai Chandi is 732121.
What is the population of Chenchai Chandi?
Chenchai Chandi has a total population of 640, including 325 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Chenchai Chandi?
There are 155 households in Chenchai Chandi.
What is the literacy rate in Chenchai Chandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chenchai Chandi is 50.94%. Male literacy is 53.54% and female literacy is 48.25%.