Dakshin Chandanpiri - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Dakshin Chandanpiri is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.8 km from Namkhana and around 108 km from Alipore. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Chandanpiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Chandanpiri is 335300. The village covers a total geographical area of 626.52 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dakshin Chandanpiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Chandanpiri
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Chandanpiri village has a total population of 4,129 people, consisting of 2,123 males and 2,006 females. The village has 929 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,279 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Chandanpiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,129 | 2,123 | 2,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 243 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 409 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,279 | 1,801 | 1,478 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 322 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Chandanpiri
Dakshin Chandanpiri 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 Dakshin Chandanpiri
Dakshin Chandanpiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakdwip to Dakshin Chandanpiri is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dakshin Chandanpiri is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Chandanpiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Chandanpiri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Chandanpiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Chandanpiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Chandanpiri
Where is Dakshin Chandanpiri located?
Dakshin Chandanpiri village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Chandanpiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Chandanpiri is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Chandanpiri?
The pincode of Dakshin Chandanpiri is 743357.
What is the population of Dakshin Chandanpiri?
Dakshin Chandanpiri has a total population of 4,129, including 2,123 males and 2,006 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Chandanpiri?
There are 929 households in Dakshin Chandanpiri.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Chandanpiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Chandanpiri is 79.41%. Male literacy is 84.83% and female literacy is 73.68%.