Chandua - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Chandua is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from Dongaria and around 34.1 km from Alipore. Burul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandua is 333354. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.37 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandua
As per Census 2011, Chandua village has a total population of 872 people, consisting of 444 males and 428 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 749 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 444 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 396 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Chandua
Chandua 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 Chandua
Chandua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chandua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dakshin Raipur to Chandua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandua is about 34.1 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 Chandua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chandua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandua 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandua
Where is Chandua located?
Chandua village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandua?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandua is Burul.
What is the pincode of Chandua?
The pincode of Chandua is 743318.
What is the population of Chandua?
Chandua has a total population of 872, including 444 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Chandua?
There are 221 households in Chandua.
What is the literacy rate in Chandua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandua is 85.89%. Male literacy is 89.19% and female literacy is 82.48%.