Chintamanipur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Chintamanipur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9 km from Ramganga and around 93 km from Alipore. Durbachati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chintamanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintamanipur is 335357. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.38 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Chintamanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chintamanipur
As per Census 2011, Chintamanipur village has a total population of 2,098 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,040 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,585 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chintamanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,098 | 1,058 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 119 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,585 | 845 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 213 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Chintamanipur
Chintamanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhakrishna Nagar | South | 1.69 km |
| Kamdebnagar | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Harendranagar | North | 1.88 km |
| Gangadharpur | West | 2.91 km |
| Krishnapur | South | 2.92 km |
| Gopalnagar Uttar | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Dakshin Sibpur | East | 4.04 km |
| Sagar Madhabpur | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Ramgopalpur | North | 4.61 km |
| Rajrajeshwaripur | East | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chintamanipur
Chintamanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ukilerhat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Diamond Harbour to Chintamanipur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chintamanipur is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintamanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintamanipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chintamanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintamanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chintamanipur
Where is Chintamanipur located?
Chintamanipur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintamanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chintamanipur is Durbachati.
What is the pincode of Chintamanipur?
The pincode of Chintamanipur is 743371.
What is the population of Chintamanipur?
Chintamanipur has a total population of 2,098, including 1,058 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Chintamanipur?
There are 425 households in Chintamanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Chintamanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintamanipur is 75.55%. Male literacy is 79.87% and female literacy is 71.15%.