Chaipara - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad
Chaipara is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 22.6 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Bahadurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaipara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaipara is 314896. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.37 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Jiaganj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chaipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaipara
According to the 2011 Census, Chaipara village had a total population of 325 people, including 161 males and 164 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 71.76% and female literacy at 60.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 161 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 30 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 127 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 67 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Chaipara
Chaipara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chaipara
Public transport in the Chaipara is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chaipara.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jiaganj to Chaipara is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Chaipara is about 22.6 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 Chaipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaipara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaipara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaipara
Where is Chaipara located?
Chaipara village is located in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaipara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaipara is Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Chaipara?
The pincode of Chaipara is 742164.
What is the population of Chaipara?
Chaipara had a total population of 325, including 161 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Chaipara?
Chaipara had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaipara was 65.71%. Male literacy was 71.76% and female literacy was 60.40%.