Krishnachandrapur - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Krishnachandrapur is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 18.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnachandrapur is 321209. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.68 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Krishnachandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krishnachandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Krishnachandrapur village had a total population of 2,863 people, including 1,451 males and 1,412 females, living in 708 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.52%, with male literacy at 73.74% and female literacy at 75.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
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 | 2,863 | 1,451 | 1,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 126 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 148 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 977 | 950 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 474 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnachandrapur
Krishnachandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | West | 1.68 km |
| Jitpur | East | 2.08 km |
| Natipota | South | 2.25 km |
| Nishchintapur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Chak Jaliapara | East | 2.79 km |
| Iswarchandrapur | West | 2.91 km |
| Suruppur | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Tarangar | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Chilakhali | North | 3.71 km |
| Syamnagar | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krishnachandrapur
Krishnachandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Krishnachandrapur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Krishnachandrapur is about 18.2 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 Krishnachandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnachandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnachandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnachandrapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Krishnachandrapur
Where is Krishnachandrapur located?
Krishnachandrapur village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnachandrapur is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Krishnachandrapur?
The pincode of Krishnachandrapur is 741160.
What is the population of Krishnachandrapur?
Krishnachandrapur had a total population of 2,863, including 1,451 males and 1,412 females.
How many households are there in Krishnachandrapur?
Krishnachandrapur had 708 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnachandrapur was 74.52%. Male literacy was 73.74% and female literacy was 75.34%.