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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Kandoa village had a total population of 711 people, including 359 males and 352 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 85.15% and female literacy at 77.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 391, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 had a total population of 711, including 359 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Kandoa?
Chhota Kandoa had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Kandoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Kandoa was 81.47%. Male literacy was 85.15% and female literacy was 77.71%.