Chalandar
Chalandar is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 28.9km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Majhra is the gram panchayat of Chalandar village.
Chalandar has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chalandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalandar is 312552. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Chalandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chalandar
Population of Chalandar
Below is a concise population overview of Chalandar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 157 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 59 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 98 | 120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chalandar village:
- The total population of Chalandar village is around 315, including approximately 157 males and 158 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Chalandar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chalandar village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 281 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chalandar village is about 30.79%, with male literacy at 37.58% and female literacy at 24.05%.
- There are around 72 households in Chalandar village.
Connectivity of Chalandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalandar. As per the 2011 stats, Chalandar 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 Chalandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalandar
- Where is Chalandar located?
- Chalandar village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalandar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chalandar is Majhra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chalandar?
- The pincode of Chalandar is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalandar is 315, with 157 males and 158 females.
- How many households are there in Chalandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalandar village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalandar is 30.79%. The male literacy rate is 37.58%, while the female literacy rate is 24.05%.