Chandanpur - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Chandanpur is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Deshbandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpur is 346739. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.13 hectares and falls under the 721438 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandanpur village had a total population of 313 people, including 173 males and 140 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 69.77%.
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 | 313 | 173 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 136 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 37 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpur
Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
Chandanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandanpur
Where is Chandanpur located?
Chandanpur village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandanpur is Deshbandhu.
What is the pincode of Chandanpur?
The pincode of Chandanpur is 721438.
What is the population of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had a total population of 313, including 173 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpur was 78.75%. Male literacy was 86.08% and female literacy was 69.77%.