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.
Here you can discover what makes Chanda unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Chanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda has a total population of about 2,313, with approximately 1,220 males and 1,093 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,794 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.45%, with male literacy at about 78.11% and female literacy near 68.25%. There are around 554 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.