Chandipur - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Chandipur is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Dongaria and around 22.8 km from Alipore. North Bawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandipur is 333327. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.65 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Bawali is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Chandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budge budge Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandipur
As per Census 2011, Chandipur village has a total population of 9,066 people, consisting of 4,602 males and 4,464 females. The village has 2,029 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,892 literate and 3,174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,066 | 4,602 | 4,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,160 | 578 | 582 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,126 | 549 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,892 | 3,151 | 2,741 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,174 | 1,451 | 1,723 |
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 5-10 km of Chandipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bawali to Chandipur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandipur is about 22.8 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandipur
Where is Chandipur located?
Chandipur village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandipur is North Bawali.
What is the pincode of Chandipur?
The pincode of Chandipur is 743318.
What is the population of Chandipur?
Chandipur has a total population of 9,066, including 4,602 males and 4,464 females.
How many households are there in Chandipur?
There are 2,029 households in Chandipur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipur is 64.99%. Male literacy is 68.47% and female literacy is 61.40%.