Chandanpukur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Chandanpukur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Piyali and around 31.1 km from Alipore. Shikharbali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandanpukur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpukur is 333930. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.46 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandanpukur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanpukur
As per Census 2011, Chandanpukur village has a total population of 1,975 people, consisting of 1,016 males and 959 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,402 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,817 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandanpukur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,975 | 1,016 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 106 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,817 | 941 | 876 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,402 | 790 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 226 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpukur
Chandanpukur 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 Chandanpukur
Chandanpukur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Chandanpukur.
| 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 | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Chandanpukur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandanpukur is about 31.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandanpukur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpukur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chandanpukur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanpukur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandanpukur
Where is Chandanpukur located?
Chandanpukur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanpukur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandanpukur is Shikharbali-ii.
What is the pincode of Chandanpukur?
The pincode of Chandanpukur is 700144.
What is the population of Chandanpukur?
Chandanpukur has a total population of 1,975, including 1,016 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpukur?
There are 466 households in Chandanpukur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpukur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpukur is 70.99%. Male literacy is 77.76% and female literacy is 63.82%.