Chandra
Chandra is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chandra village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bandhgora is the gram panchayat of Chandra village.
Chandra has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Chandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandra is 339575. The village spans a total geographical area of 22.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Chandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chandra village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chandra
Population of Chandra
Below is a concise population overview of Chandra 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 | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chandra village:
- The total population of Chandra village is around 112, including approximately 52 males and 60 females, with a sex ratio of 1153 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Chandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chandra village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 70 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chandra village is about 50.00%, with male literacy at 65.38% and female literacy at 36.67%.
- There are around 24 households in Chandra village.
Connectivity of Chandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandra. As per the 2011 stats, Chandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandra
- Where is Chandra located?
- Chandra village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chandra is Bandhgora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chandra?
- The pincode of Chandra is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandra is 112, with 52 males and 60 females.
- How many households are there in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandra village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandra is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 65.38%, while the female literacy rate is 36.67%.