Chhota Kandoa - Nakashipara, Nadia
Chhota Kandoa is a village situated in the Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakashipara and around 23.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dharmada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Kandoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Kandoa is 321522. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.97 hectares and falls under the 741138 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chhota Kandoa 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 Chhota Kandoa
As per Census 2011, Chhota Kandoa village has a total population of 711 people, consisting of 359 males and 352 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Kandoa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 711 | 359 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 203 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 281 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Kandoa
Chhota Kandoa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Kandoa
Chhota Kandoa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chhota Kandoa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Krishnagar to Chhota Kandoa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Chhota Kandoa is about 23.1 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 Chhota Kandoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Kandoa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhota Kandoa
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 Kandoa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Kandoa
Where is Chhota Kandoa located?
Chhota Kandoa village is located in Nakashipara Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Kandoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Kandoa is Dharmada.
What is the pincode of Chhota Kandoa?
The pincode of Chhota Kandoa is 741138.
What is the population of Chhota Kandoa?
Chhota Kandoa has a total population of 711, including 359 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Kandoa?
There are 189 households in Chhota Kandoa.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Kandoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Kandoa is 74.82%. Male literacy is 78.27% and female literacy is 71.31%.