Chandri

Chandri 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 Chandri village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chandri village is also a gram panchayat.

Chandri 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 Chandri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandri is 339912. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Chandri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chandri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chandri

Below is a concise population overview of Chandri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,699 845 854
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 182 91 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) 968 470 498
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 171 85 86
Literate Population 977 560 417
Illiterate Population 722 285 437

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chandri village:

  • The total population of Chandri village is around 1,699, including approximately 845 males and 854 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 182 children aged 0–6 years in Chandri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chandri village has 968 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 171 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chandri village is about 57.50%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 48.83%.
  • There are around 344 households in Chandri village.

Connectivity of Chandri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandri. As per the 2011 stats, Chandri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chandri

Knowing the nearby villages of Chandri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandri.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chandri

Where is Chandri located?
Chandri village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandri?
Chandri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chandri?
The pincode of Chandri is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chandri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandri is 1,699, with 845 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Chandri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandri village has a total of 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandri is 57.50%. The male literacy rate is 66.27%, while the female literacy rate is 48.83%.