Chandigar
Chandigar is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 42.5km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Jaleswar I is the gram panchayat of Chandigar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chandigar unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Chandigar’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 Chandigar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandigar is 322695. The village spans a total geographical area of 317.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743249. Habra is nearest town to Chandigar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Chandigar
Population of Chandigar
According to the 2011 Census, Chandigar has a total population of about 3,051, with approximately 1,575 males and 1,476 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,712 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.91%, with male literacy at about 77.65% and female literacy near 69.92%. There are around 728 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandigar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,051 | 1,575 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 162 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,712 | 879 | 833 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,255 | 1,223 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 352 | 444 |
Connectivity of Chandigar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandigar. As per the 2011 stats, Chandigar 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandigar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandigar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandigar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandigar
- Where is Chandigar located?
- Chandigar village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandigar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chandigar is Jaleswar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chandigar?
- The pincode of Chandigar is 743249, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandigar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandigar is 3,051, with 1,575 males and 1,476 females.
- How many households are there in Chandigar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandigar village has a total of 728 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandigar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandigar is 73.91%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 69.92%.