Chandabad - Nawda, Murshidabad
Chandabad is a village situated in the Nawda subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Kedarchandpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandabad is 315517. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.95 hectares and falls under the 742133 pincode. Beldanga is the nearest town.
Chandabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandabad
As per Census 2011, Chandabad village has a total population of 1,811 people, consisting of 967 males and 844 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,128 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,811 | 967 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 112 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 637 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 330 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Chandabad
Chandabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Biharia | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Ghoramara | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Mahishmara | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Bhandardaha | North | 2.67 km |
| Rampara | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Palaighata | West | 3.16 km |
| Betberia | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Kedarchandpur | South | 3.39 km |
| Kheali | West | 3.43 km |
| Biharia | East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandabad
Chandabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhabta, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.6 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Chandabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandabad
Where is Chandabad located?
Chandabad village is located in Nawda Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandabad is Kedarchandpur-i.
What is the pincode of Chandabad?
The pincode of Chandabad is 742133.
What is the population of Chandabad?
Chandabad has a total population of 1,811, including 967 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Chandabad?
There are 411 households in Chandabad.
What is the literacy rate in Chandabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandabad is 62.29%. Male literacy is 65.87% and female literacy is 58.18%.