Chengdona - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Chengdona is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from Canning and around 52.1 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chengdona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengdona is 333852. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.25 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning Town is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chengdona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chengdona
As per Census 2011, Chengdona village has a total population of 3,065 people, consisting of 1,569 males and 1,496 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,441 literate and 1,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chengdona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,065 | 1,569 | 1,496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 251 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,398 | 1,217 | 1,181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 830 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 739 | 885 |
Nearby Villages of Chengdona
Chengdona 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 Chengdona
Chengdona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chengdona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning Town to Chengdona is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chengdona is about 52.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chengdona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengdona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chengdona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chengdona 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chengdona
Where is Chengdona located?
Chengdona village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengdona?
The Gram Panchayat of Chengdona is Tambuldaha-ii.
What is the pincode of Chengdona?
The pincode of Chengdona is 743329.
What is the population of Chengdona?
Chengdona has a total population of 3,065, including 1,569 males and 1,496 females.
How many households are there in Chengdona?
There are 591 households in Chengdona.
What is the literacy rate in Chengdona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chengdona is 47.01%. Male literacy is 52.90% and female literacy is 40.84%.