Chandpur - Sagardighi, Murshidabad
Chandpur is a village situated in the Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Bannyeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 314240. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.35 hectares and falls under the 742235 pincode. Raghunathgunj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 191 people, including 105 males and 86 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.03%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 54.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186.
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 | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 101 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 63 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 42 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathgunj to Chandpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Sagardighi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Bannyeswar.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 742235.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 191, including 105 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 63.03%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 54.67%.