Chandana
Chandana is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chandana village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Khajra is the gram panchayat of Chandana village.
Here you can discover what makes Chandana unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chandana’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 Chandana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandana is 343516. The village spans a total geographical area of 823.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Chandana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Chandana
Population of Chandana
According to the 2011 Census, Chandana has a total population of about 3,052, with approximately 1,576 males and 1,476 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 324 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 379 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,103. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.61%, with male literacy at about 73.29% and female literacy near 63.62%. There are around 683 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,052 | 1,576 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 182 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 198 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,103 | 580 | 523 |
| Literate Population | 2,094 | 1,155 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 421 | 537 |
Connectivity of Chandana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandana. As per the 2011 stats, Chandana 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandana
- Where is Chandana located?
- Chandana village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chandana is Khajra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chandana?
- The pincode of Chandana is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandana is 3,052, with 1,576 males and 1,476 females.
- How many households are there in Chandana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandana village has a total of 683 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandana is 68.61%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 63.62%.