Chandpur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Chandpur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Bakrahat and around 17.6 km from Alipore. Kanganberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 333493. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.06 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Thakurpukur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandpur
As per Census 2011, Chandpur village has a total population of 1,880 people, consisting of 975 males and 905 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,284 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,880 | 975 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 109 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 740 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 235 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chandpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurpukur to Chandpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandpur is about 17.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Kanganberia.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 743377.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur has a total population of 1,880, including 975 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
There are 429 households in Chandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur is 68.30%. Male literacy is 75.90% and female literacy is 60.11%.