Chandipur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Chandipur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.6 km from Piyali and around 25.9 km from Alipore. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandipur is 333916. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.14 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Chandipur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandipur village had a total population of 1,911 people, including 992 males and 919 females, living in 455 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.15%, with male literacy at 94.22% and female literacy at 85.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,227, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,911 | 992 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 93 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,227 | 641 | 586 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,575 | 847 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 145 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Chandipur
Chandipur 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 Chandipur
Chandipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chandipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Chandipur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandipur is about 25.9 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 Chandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandipur
Where is Chandipur located?
Chandipur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandipur is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Chandipur?
The pincode of Chandipur is 700144.
What is the population of Chandipur?
Chandipur had a total population of 1,911, including 992 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Chandipur?
Chandipur had 455 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipur was 90.15%. Male literacy was 94.22% and female literacy was 85.85%.