Chandanpur - Nakashipara, Nadia
Chandanpur is a village situated in the Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakashipara and around 26.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Billwagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpur is 321483. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.44 hectares and falls under the 741162 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakashipara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandanpur village had a total population of 5,068 people, including 2,615 males and 2,453 females, living in 1,241 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.83%, with male literacy at 59.08% and female literacy at 44.10%.
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 | 5,068 | 2,615 | 2,453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 758 | 391 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,234 | 1,314 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,834 | 1,301 | 1,533 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpur
Chandanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannathpur | West | 0.97 km |
| Chak Bhabanipur | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 1.80 km |
| Tetul Baria | East | 1.80 km |
| Sabaipur | North | 1.86 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Kasiadanga | West | 1.96 km |
| Karkaria | South | 2.07 km |
| Bilwagram | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Bil Basu Lakshmi | South-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandanpur
Chandanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Krishna Nagar to Chandanpur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chandanpur is about 26.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chandanpur
Where is Chandanpur located?
Chandanpur village is located in Nakashipara Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandanpur is Billwagram.
What is the pincode of Chandanpur?
The pincode of Chandanpur is 741162.
What is the population of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had a total population of 5,068, including 2,615 males and 2,453 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had 1,241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpur was 51.83%. Male literacy was 59.08% and female literacy was 44.10%.