Champanagar (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Champanagar (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.7 km from Mandirbazar and around 52.5 km from Alipore. Anchana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Champanagar (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champanagar (K) is 334679. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.58 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Diomand Harbour is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Champanagar (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Champanagar (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Champanagar (K) village had a total population of 546 people, including 295 males and 251 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.45%, with male literacy at 96.99% and female literacy at 80.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 545.
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 | 546 | 295 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 294 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 258 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 37 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Champanagar (K)
Champanagar (K) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gumki (k) | North-West | 0.70 km |
| Mandabtala (k) | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Ramnathpur (k) | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Mallikpur (k) | North | 1.19 km |
| Sutabecha (k) | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Chaugharia (k) | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Panchanan (k) | West | 1.74 km |
| Achina (k) | South | 1.88 km |
| Uttar Jagadeishpur (k) | East | 1.99 km |
| Bidyadharpur (k) | South-East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champanagar (K)
Champanagar (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakshmikantpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diomand Harbour to Champanagar (K) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Champanagar (K) is about 52.5 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 Champanagar (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champanagar (K) 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Champanagar (K)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champanagar (K) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Champanagar (K)
Where is Champanagar (K) located?
Champanagar (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Champanagar (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Champanagar (K) is Anchana.
What is the pincode of Champanagar (K)?
The pincode of Champanagar (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Champanagar (K)?
Champanagar (K) had a total population of 546, including 295 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Champanagar (K)?
Champanagar (K) had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Champanagar (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champanagar (K) was 89.45%. Male literacy was 96.99% and female literacy was 80.62%.