Charharipur - Santipur, Nadia
Charharipur is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 23.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charharipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charharipur is 321929. The village covers a total geographical area of 937.62 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Charharipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charharipur
As per Census 2011, Charharipur village has a total population of 5,882 people, consisting of 3,020 males and 2,862 females. The village has 1,320 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 758 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,524 literate and 2,358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charharipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,882 | 3,020 | 2,862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 758 | 399 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 3,524 | 1,906 | 1,618 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,358 | 1,114 | 1,244 |
Nearby Villages of Charharipur
Charharipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harinadibhastsala (ct) | West | 1.70 km |
| Hanspukur (p) | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Chandkuri | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Medgachhi Paikpara | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Brahmasasan | North | 3.28 km |
| Nrisinghapur (ct) | West | 3.29 km |
| Bundebaj | South | 3.34 km |
| Ranadi | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Char Sultanpur | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Purbba Sahapur | South | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charharipur
Charharipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Guptipara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Santipur to Charharipur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Charharipur is about 23.7 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 Charharipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charharipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charharipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charharipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charharipur
Where is Charharipur located?
Charharipur village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charharipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Charharipur is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Charharipur?
The pincode of Charharipur is 741404.
What is the population of Charharipur?
Charharipur has a total population of 5,882, including 3,020 males and 2,862 females.
How many households are there in Charharipur?
There are 1,320 households in Charharipur.
What is the literacy rate in Charharipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charharipur is 59.91%. Male literacy is 63.11% and female literacy is 56.53%.