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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chandua village had a total population of 872 people, including 444 males and 428 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.13%, with male literacy at 95.88% and female literacy at 88.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 872 | 444 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 872, including 444 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Chandua?
Chandua had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandua was 92.13%. Male literacy was 95.88% and female literacy was 88.25%.