Chandipur - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Chandipur is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Rudranagar and around 105 km from Alipore. Gangasagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandipur is 335269. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.15 hectares and falls under the 743356 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chandipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandipur
As per Census 2011, Chandipur village has a total population of 2,718 people, consisting of 1,382 males and 1,336 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,947 literate and 771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 666 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,718 | 1,382 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 194 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 666 | 346 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,070 | 877 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 312 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Chandipur
Chandipur 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 Chandipur
Chandipur 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 5-10 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 Chandipur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandipur is about 105 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 Chandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandipur 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 Chandipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandipur
Where is Chandipur located?
Chandipur village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandipur is Gangasagar.
What is the pincode of Chandipur?
The pincode of Chandipur is 743356.
What is the population of Chandipur?
Chandipur has a total population of 2,718, including 1,382 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Chandipur?
There are 517 households in Chandipur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipur is 71.63%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 65.64%.