Chandalda - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Chandalda is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Paniparul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandalda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandalda is 346787. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.06 hectares and falls under the 721448 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chandalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandalda
According to the 2011 Census, Chandalda village had a total population of 827 people, including 438 males and 389 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.41%, with male literacy at 97.70% and female literacy at 82.45%.
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 | 827 | 438 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 383 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 55 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chandalda
Chandalda 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 Chandalda
Chandalda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Egra to Chandalda is about 11 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 Chandalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandalda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chandalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandalda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandalda
Where is Chandalda located?
Chandalda village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandalda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandalda is Paniparul.
What is the pincode of Chandalda?
The pincode of Chandalda is 721448.
What is the population of Chandalda?
Chandalda had a total population of 827, including 438 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Chandalda?
Chandalda had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandalda was 90.41%. Male literacy was 97.70% and female literacy was 82.45%.