Chandipur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Chandipur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Gosaba and around 94.7 km from Alipore. Bipradaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandipur is 335145. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.2 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Chandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandipur
As per Census 2011, Chandipur village has a total population of 5,456 people, consisting of 2,781 males and 2,675 females. The village has 1,283 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 723 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,483 literate and 1,973 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,456 | 2,781 | 2,675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 723 | 364 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,153 | 603 | 550 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 171 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 3,483 | 1,962 | 1,521 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,973 | 819 | 1,154 |
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 van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 to Chandipur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandipur is about 94.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandipur
Where is Chandipur located?
Chandipur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandipur is Bipradaspur.
What is the pincode of Chandipur?
The pincode of Chandipur is 743370.
What is the population of Chandipur?
Chandipur has a total population of 5,456, including 2,781 males and 2,675 females.
How many households are there in Chandipur?
There are 1,283 households in Chandipur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipur is 63.84%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 56.86%.