Chandpur - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Chandpur is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.8 km from Gobindapur and around 33.4 km from Alipore. Bodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 333675. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.69 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 3,711 people, including 1,910 males and 1,801 females, living in 689 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.09%, with male literacy at 68.23% and female literacy at 61.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 545.
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 | 3,711 | 1,910 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 349 | 337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 272 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,969 | 1,065 | 904 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,742 | 845 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatak Pukur | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Khar Gachhi | South | 1.61 km |
| Debipur | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Phulbari Bamunia | North | 1.85 km |
| Jagulgachhi | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Santra | East | 2.15 km |
| Kalikapur | West | 2.47 km |
| Pita Simulia | South | 2.78 km |
| Dhara | North | 3.03 km |
| Naora | South | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandpur
Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ghutiari Sharif, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Chandpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandpur is about 33.4 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 Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Bodra.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 743502.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 3,711, including 1,910 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 689 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 65.09%. Male literacy was 68.23% and female literacy was 61.75%.