Chanda
Chanda is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 60.9km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Gangrapota is the gram panchayat of Chanda village.
Chanda has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanda is 322547. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743235. Bongaon is nearest town to Chanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Chanda
Population of Chanda
Below is a concise population overview of Chanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,313 | 1,220 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 114 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,794 | 952 | 842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,699 | 953 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 267 | 347 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chanda village:
- The total population of Chanda village is around 2,313, including approximately 1,220 males and 1,093 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Chanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chanda village has 1,794 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chanda village is about 73.45%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 68.25%.
- There are around 554 households in Chanda village.
Connectivity of Chanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanda. As per the 2011 stats, Chanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanda
- Where is Chanda located?
- Chanda village is situated in Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chanda is Gangrapota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chanda?
- The pincode of Chanda is 743235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanda is 2,313, with 1,220 males and 1,093 females.
- How many households are there in Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanda village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanda is 73.45%. The male literacy rate is 78.11%, while the female literacy rate is 68.25%.