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
According to the 2011 Census, Chandipur village had a total population of 9,066 people, including 4,602 males and 4,464 females, living in 2,029 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.53%, with male literacy at 78.31% and female literacy at 70.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 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 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 9,066, including 4,602 males and 4,464 females.
How many households are there in Chandipur?
Chandipur had 2,029 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipur was 74.53%. Male literacy was 78.31% and female literacy was 70.61%.