Kamalpur - Chakdah, Nadia
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 24.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Tatla-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 322180. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.64 hectares and falls under the 741222 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 3,541 people, consisting of 1,820 males and 1,721 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,884 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,541 | 1,820 | 1,721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 413 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,884 | 1,522 | 1,362 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 298 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatimtala | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Dhanicha | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Punglia (ct) | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Sarmastapur | South | 1.23 km |
| Itapukuria | East | 1.58 km |
| Jaykrishnapur (p) | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Palagachha | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Jagadispur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Tatla | North | 2.16 km |
| Masara | North-East | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chakdaha to Kamalpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kamalpur is about 24.3 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 Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Tatla-ii.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 741222.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 3,541, including 1,820 males and 1,721 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 867 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 81.45%. Male literacy is 83.63% and female literacy is 79.14%.