Chunpuri - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Chunpuri is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.7 km from Canning and around 56.4 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunpuri is 333863. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.7 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning Town is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chunpuri 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 Chunpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Chunpuri village had a total population of 225 people, including 123 males and 102 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 82.08% and female literacy at 63.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 225 | 123 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 94 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 87 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Chunpuri
Chunpuri 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 Chunpuri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chunpuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning Town to Chunpuri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chunpuri is about 56.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chunpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunpuri
Where is Chunpuri located?
Chunpuri village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunpuri is Tambuldaha-i.
What is the pincode of Chunpuri?
The pincode of Chunpuri is 743329.
What is the population of Chunpuri?
Chunpuri had a total population of 225, including 123 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Chunpuri?
Chunpuri had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunpuri was 74.07%. Male literacy was 82.08% and female literacy was 63.86%.