Chhota Chandghar - Kaliganj, Nadia
Chhota Chandghar is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 55.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Barachandghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Chandghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Chandghar is 321414. The village covers a total geographical area of 934.43 hectares and falls under the 741156 pincode. Beldanga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhota Chandghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhota Chandghar
As per Census 2011, Chhota Chandghar village has a total population of 8,761 people, consisting of 4,604 males and 4,157 females. The village has 2,008 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,860 literate and 3,901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Chandghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,761 | 4,604 | 4,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,306 | 684 | 622 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 162 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,860 | 2,550 | 2,310 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,901 | 2,054 | 1,847 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Chandghar
Chhota Chandghar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Chandghar | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Hat Gobindapur | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Chak Chandghar | South | 3.02 km |
| Bharatpur | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Palsunda | East | 3.64 km |
| Panchkhela | West | 3.67 km |
| Chhota Naldaha | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Bara Naldaha | North | 4.44 km |
| Shitalpur | North | 4.49 km |
| Jamalpur | South-West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Chandghar
Chhota Chandghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 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 Beldanga to Chhota Chandghar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chhota Chandghar is about 55.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Chandghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Chandghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota Chandghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Chandghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Chandghar
Where is Chhota Chandghar located?
Chhota Chandghar village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Chandghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Chandghar is Barachandghar.
What is the pincode of Chhota Chandghar?
The pincode of Chhota Chandghar is 741156.
What is the population of Chhota Chandghar?
Chhota Chandghar has a total population of 8,761, including 4,604 males and 4,157 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Chandghar?
There are 2,008 households in Chhota Chandghar.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Chandghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Chandghar is 55.47%. Male literacy is 55.39% and female literacy is 55.57%.