Shib Chandrapur - Basirhat - II, North 24 Parganas
Shib Chandrapur is a village situated in the Basirhat - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. Shrinagar Metia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shib Chandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shib Chandrapur is 323598. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.64 hectares and falls under the 743437 pincode. Dhanyaknria is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shib Chandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basirhat Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shib Chandrapur
As per Census 2011, Shib Chandrapur village has a total population of 1,360 people, consisting of 699 males and 661 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 576 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shib Chandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,360 | 699 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 86 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 304 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 521 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 178 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Shib Chandrapur
Shib Chandrapur 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 Shib Chandrapur
Shib Chandrapur 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 Shib Chandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhanyaknria to Shib Chandrapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shib Chandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shib Chandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shib Chandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shib Chandrapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shib Chandrapur
Where is Shib Chandrapur located?
Shib Chandrapur village is located in Basirhat - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shib Chandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shib Chandrapur is Shrinagar Metia.
What is the pincode of Shib Chandrapur?
The pincode of Shib Chandrapur is 743437.
What is the population of Shib Chandrapur?
Shib Chandrapur has a total population of 1,360, including 699 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Shib Chandrapur?
There are 322 households in Shib Chandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shib Chandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shib Chandrapur is 68.38%. Male literacy is 74.54% and female literacy is 61.88%.