Chandpur - Daspur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Chandpur is a village situated in the Daspur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Basudevpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 337816. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.93 hectares and falls under the 721211 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghatal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 1,543 people, including 783 males and 760 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.32%, with male literacy at 79.28% and female literacy at 63.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 676, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 1,543 | 783 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 676 | 341 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 547 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 236 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Chandpur is about 10 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 Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Daspur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Basudevpur.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 721211.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 1,543, including 783 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 71.32%. Male literacy was 79.28% and female literacy was 63.13%.