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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chandpur village has a total population of 1,543 people, consisting of 783 males and 760 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 970 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 676 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,543, including 783 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
There are 347 households in Chandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur is 62.86%. Male literacy is 69.86% and female literacy is 55.66%.