Uttar Chandanpiri - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Uttar Chandanpiri is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from Namkhana and around 106 km from Alipore. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Chandanpiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Chandanpiri is 335299. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.12 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uttar 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 Uttar Chandanpiri
As per Census 2011, Uttar Chandanpiri village has a total population of 4,751 people, consisting of 2,477 males and 2,274 females. The village has 1,234 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,779 literate and 972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Chandanpiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,751 | 2,477 | 2,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 300 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 330 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,779 | 2,041 | 1,738 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 436 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Chandanpiri
Uttar Chandanpiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dwariknagar | North | 4.15 km |
| Radhanagar | West | 4.81 km |
| Rajnagar | South-West | 6.01 km |
| Sibnagar Abad | North-West | 6.20 km |
| Sibrampur | South-West | 6.35 km |
| Debnagar | North-West | 6.95 km |
| Dakshin Durgapur | West | 7.11 km |
| Iswaripur | North | 7.11 km |
| Debnibas | South | 7.64 km |
| Madanganj | North | 8.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Chandanpiri
Uttar Chandanpiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kakdwip to Uttar Chandanpiri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Uttar Chandanpiri is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Chandanpiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Chandanpiri 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 Uttar 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 Uttar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Chandanpiri
Where is Uttar Chandanpiri located?
Uttar Chandanpiri village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Chandanpiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Chandanpiri is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Chandanpiri?
The pincode of Uttar Chandanpiri is 743357.
What is the population of Uttar Chandanpiri?
Uttar Chandanpiri has a total population of 4,751, including 2,477 males and 2,274 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Chandanpiri?
There are 1,234 households in Uttar Chandanpiri.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Chandanpiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Chandanpiri is 79.54%. Male literacy is 82.40% and female literacy is 76.43%.