Chandra
About Chandra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chandra village is 331112. Chandra village is located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 33.1km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chandra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 802.12 hectares. Chandra has a total population of 3,884 peoples, out of which male population is 1,966 while female population is 1,918. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 975 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chandra village is 57.85% out of which 71.06% males and 44.32% females are literate. There are about 790 houses in chandra village. Pincode of chandra village locality is 723128.
Puruliya is nearest town to chandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Chandra
The population details of Chandra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,884 | 1,966 | 1,918 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 524 | 252 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 502 | 239 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 281 | 153 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 2,247 | 1,397 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,637 | 569 | 1,068 |
Connectivity of Chandra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chandra
Where is Chandra located?
Chandra village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandra?
Chandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chandra?
The pincode of Chandra is 723128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandra is 3,884, with 1,966 males and 1,918 females.
How many households are there in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandra village has a total of 790 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandra is 57.85%. The male literacy rate is 71.06%, while the female literacy rate is 44.32%.