Chandpur - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Chandpur is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from Rajpur and around 36.8 km from Alipore. Kamrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 333562. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.78 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
As per Census 2011, Chandpur village has a total population of 3,788 people, consisting of 1,951 males and 1,837 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,692 literate and 1,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,788 | 1,951 | 1,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 199 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,320 | 1,186 | 1,134 |
| Literate Population | 2,692 | 1,505 | 1,187 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 446 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chandpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Chandpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Chandpur is about 36.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Kamrabad.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 700150.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur has a total population of 3,788, including 1,951 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
There are 920 households in Chandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur is 71.07%. Male literacy is 77.14% and female literacy is 64.62%.