Chandanpur - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Chandanpur is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Panchet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpur is 345103. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.54 hectares and falls under the 721438 pincode.
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 Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandanpur village had a total population of 1,870 people, including 956 males and 914 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.10%, with male literacy at 91.32% and female literacy at 76.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 308, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 1,870 | 956 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 154 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 768 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 188 | 296 |
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 | - |
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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 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 Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandanpur is Panchet.
What is the pincode of Chandanpur?
The pincode of Chandanpur is 721438.
What is the population of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had a total population of 1,870, including 956 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpur?
Chandanpur had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpur was 84.10%. Male literacy was 91.32% and female literacy was 76.58%.