Urel Chandpur - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Urel Chandpur is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Magrahat and around 43.4 km from Alipore. Urelchandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urel Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urel Chandpur is 334078. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.78 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Urel Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Urel Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Urel Chandpur village had a total population of 4,668 people, including 2,380 males and 2,288 females, living in 1,042 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 82.62% and female literacy at 64.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,137, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 4,668 | 2,380 | 2,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 274 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,137 | 2,112 | 2,025 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,044 | 1,740 | 1,304 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 640 | 984 |
Nearby Villages of Urel Chandpur
Urel Chandpur 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 Urel Chandpur
Urel Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Urel Chandpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Urel Chandpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Urel Chandpur is about 43.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urel Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urel Chandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urel Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urel Chandpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urel Chandpur
Where is Urel Chandpur located?
Urel Chandpur village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urel Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Urel Chandpur is Urelchandpur.
What is the pincode of Urel Chandpur?
The pincode of Urel Chandpur is 743355.
What is the population of Urel Chandpur?
Urel Chandpur had a total population of 4,668, including 2,380 males and 2,288 females.
How many households are there in Urel Chandpur?
Urel Chandpur had 1,042 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urel Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urel Chandpur was 73.79%. Male literacy was 82.62% and female literacy was 64.59%.