Chapra Dignagar - Krishnagar - I, Nadia
Chapra Dignagar is a village situated in the Krishnagar - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baruihuda and around 16.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dignagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapra Dignagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapra Dignagar is 321722. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.9 hectares and falls under the 741401 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chapra Dignagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnanagar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapra Dignagar
As per Census 2011, Chapra Dignagar village has a total population of 2,178 people, consisting of 1,138 males and 1,040 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,673 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapra Dignagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,178 | 1,138 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 78 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 170 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,673 | 928 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 210 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Chapra Dignagar
Chapra Dignagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dignagar | West | 1.14 km |
| Hatisala | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Chakchapra | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Ghol Gachhi | West | 2.05 km |
| Itla | North | 2.09 km |
| Singadanga | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Baliadanga | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Bathangachhi | South | 2.92 km |
| Senpur | East | 3.16 km |
| Hazrapal | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapra Dignagar
Chapra Dignagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jalal Khali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Chapra Dignagar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chapra Dignagar is about 16.5 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 Chapra Dignagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapra Dignagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chapra Dignagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapra Dignagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chapra Dignagar
Where is Chapra Dignagar located?
Chapra Dignagar village is located in Krishnagar - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapra Dignagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapra Dignagar is Dignagar.
What is the pincode of Chapra Dignagar?
The pincode of Chapra Dignagar is 741401.
What is the population of Chapra Dignagar?
Chapra Dignagar has a total population of 2,178, including 1,138 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Chapra Dignagar?
There are 535 households in Chapra Dignagar.
What is the literacy rate in Chapra Dignagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapra Dignagar is 76.81%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 71.63%.