Purba Chandpur (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Purba Chandpur (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Mandirbazar and around 62.5 km from Alipore. Ghateswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Chandpur (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Chandpur (K) is 334720. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.85 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purba Chandpur (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Chandpur (K)
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Chandpur (K) village had a total population of 1,639 people, including 853 males and 786 females, living in 409 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.75%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375.
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 | 1,639 | 853 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 204 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 645 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 208 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Chandpur (K)
Purba Chandpur (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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukundapur | East | 1.15 km |
| Bireshwarpur (k) | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Uttar Akhraberia (k) | West | 1.69 km |
| Kaipukuria | East | 1.84 km |
| Harekrishnapur | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Kashipur (k) | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Ghateshwar (k) | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Durgapur (k) | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Mirpur (k) | West | 2.28 km |
| Radhanagar | South | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Chandpur (K)
Purba Chandpur (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhabpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Purba Chandpur (K) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Chandpur (K) is about 62.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Chandpur (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Chandpur (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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Chandpur (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 Purba Chandpur (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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Chandpur (K)
Where is Purba Chandpur (K) located?
Purba Chandpur (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Chandpur (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Chandpur (K) is Ghateswar.
What is the pincode of Purba Chandpur (K)?
The pincode of Purba Chandpur (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Purba Chandpur (K)?
Purba Chandpur (K) had a total population of 1,639, including 853 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Purba Chandpur (K)?
Purba Chandpur (K) had 409 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Chandpur (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Chandpur (K) was 76.75%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 68.75%.