Companir Char - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Companir Char is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from Rudranagar and around 92.4 km from Alipore. Muriganga-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Companir Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Companir Char is 335246. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.12 hectares and falls under the 743356 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Companir Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Companir Char
As per Census 2011, Companir Char village has a total population of 5,262 people, consisting of 2,680 males and 2,582 females. The village has 1,111 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 688 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,698 literate and 1,564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Companir Char are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,262 | 2,680 | 2,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 688 | 357 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,607 | 1,827 | 1,780 |
| Literate Population | 3,698 | 2,059 | 1,639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,564 | 621 | 943 |
Nearby Villages of Companir Char
Companir Char 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 Companir Char
Companir Char is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Companir Char is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Companir Char is about 92.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Companir Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Companir Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Companir Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Companir Char 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 Companir Char
Where is Companir Char located?
Companir Char village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Companir Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Companir Char is Muriganga-ii.
What is the pincode of Companir Char?
The pincode of Companir Char is 743356.
What is the population of Companir Char?
Companir Char has a total population of 5,262, including 2,680 males and 2,582 females.
How many households are there in Companir Char?
There are 1,111 households in Companir Char.
What is the literacy rate in Companir Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Companir Char is 70.28%. Male literacy is 76.83% and female literacy is 63.48%.