Dakshin Chandranagar - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Dakshin Chandranagar is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Namkhana and around 103 km from Alipore. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Chandranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Chandranagar is 335303. The village covers a total geographical area of 753.23 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dakshin Chandranagar 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 Chandranagar
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Chandranagar village has a total population of 5,719 people, consisting of 2,896 males and 2,823 females. The village has 1,224 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 592 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,546 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Chandranagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,719 | 2,896 | 2,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 280 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 343 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,546 | 2,482 | 2,064 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 414 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Chandranagar
Dakshin Chandranagar 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 Chandranagar
Dakshin Chandranagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakdwip to Dakshin Chandranagar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dakshin Chandranagar is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Chandranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Chandranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Chandranagar
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 Chandranagar 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 Chandranagar
Where is Dakshin Chandranagar located?
Dakshin Chandranagar village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Chandranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Chandranagar is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Chandranagar?
The pincode of Dakshin Chandranagar is 743357.
What is the population of Dakshin Chandranagar?
Dakshin Chandranagar has a total population of 5,719, including 2,896 males and 2,823 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Chandranagar?
There are 1,224 households in Dakshin Chandranagar.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Chandranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Chandranagar is 79.49%. Male literacy is 85.70% and female literacy is 73.11%.