Chand Bar - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Chand Bar is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Jhentla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chand Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chand Bar is 338487. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.7 hectares and falls under the 721150 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chand Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chand Bar
According to the 2011 Census, Chand Bar village had a total population of 268 people, including 142 males and 126 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.26%, with male literacy at 58.33% and female literacy at 32.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 268 | 142 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 70 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 72 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Chand Bar
Chand Bar 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 Chand Bar
Public transport in the Chand Bar 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 Midnapur to Chand Bar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chand Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chand Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chand Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chand Bar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chand Bar
Where is Chand Bar located?
Chand Bar village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chand Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chand Bar is Jhentla.
What is the pincode of Chand Bar?
The pincode of Chand Bar is 721150.
What is the population of Chand Bar?
Chand Bar had a total population of 268, including 142 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Chand Bar?
Chand Bar had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chand Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chand Bar was 46.26%. Male literacy was 58.33% and female literacy was 32.71%.