Chuadanga - Chakdah, Nadia
Chuadanga is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 42.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dubra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuadanga is 322261. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.22 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakadaha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chuadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Chuadanga village had a total population of 1,764 people, including 901 males and 863 females, living in 422 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.86%, with male literacy at 86.55% and female literacy at 77.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 686, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,764 | 901 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 359 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,318 | 708 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 193 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Chuadanga
Chuadanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatpara | West | 0.81 km |
| Neulia | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Parari | South | 1.24 km |
| Sutra | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Dubra | North | 1.64 km |
| Purba Bishnupur | East | 1.71 km |
| Mathurgachhi | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Mathurapur | West | 2.32 km |
| Ghola | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-East | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chuadanga
Chuadanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakadaha to Chuadanga is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chuadanga is about 42.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chuadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuadanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chuadanga
Where is Chuadanga located?
Chuadanga village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chuadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuadanga is Dubra.
What is the pincode of Chuadanga?
The pincode of Chuadanga is 741223.
What is the population of Chuadanga?
Chuadanga had a total population of 1,764, including 901 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Chuadanga?
Chuadanga had 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chuadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuadanga was 81.86%. Male literacy was 86.55% and female literacy was 77.02%.