Dakshin Chandranagar
Dakshin Chandranagar is a village located in Namkhana subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Namkhana (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Haripur is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Chandranagar village.
Dakshin Chandranagar has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dakshin Chandranagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Chandranagar is 335303. The village spans a total geographical area of 753.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743357. Kakdwip is nearest town to Dakshin Chandranagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin Chandranagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dakshin Chandranagar
Population of Dakshin Chandranagar
Below is a concise population overview of Dakshin Chandranagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,719 | 2,896 | 2,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 280 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 343 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,546 | 2,482 | 2,064 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 414 | 759 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakshin Chandranagar village:
- The total population of Dakshin Chandranagar village is around 5,719, including approximately 2,896 males and 2,823 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 592 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Chandranagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakshin Chandranagar village has 685 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dakshin Chandranagar village is about 79.49%, with male literacy at 85.70% and female literacy at 73.11%.
- There are around 1,224 households in Dakshin Chandranagar village.
Connectivity of Dakshin Chandranagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Chandranagar. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin Chandranagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Chandranagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Chandranagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Chandranagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Chandranagar
- Where is Dakshin Chandranagar located?
- Dakshin Chandranagar village is situated in Namkhana Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Chandranagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Chandranagar is Haripur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Chandranagar?
- The pincode of Dakshin Chandranagar is 743357, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Chandranagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Chandranagar is 5,719, with 2,896 males and 2,823 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Chandranagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Chandranagar village has a total of 1,224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Chandranagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Chandranagar is 79.49%. The male literacy rate is 85.70%, while the female literacy rate is 73.11%.