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
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 3,788 people, including 1,951 males and 1,837 females, living in 920 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.46%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 72.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,320.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,788, including 1,951 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 920 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 79.46%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 72.56%.