Chandigarh

Chandigarh is a village located in Thakurpukur Mahestola subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.1km away from sub-district headquarter Thakurpukur (tehsildar office) and 15.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Chatta is the gram panchayat of Chandigarh village.

Here you can discover what makes Chandigarh unique in its vibrant Thakurpukur Mahestola-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Chandigarh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chandigarh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandigarh is 333266. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700140. Calcutta is nearest town to Chandigarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chandigarh 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 Bishnupur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chandigarh

According to the 2011 Census, Chandigarh has a total population of about 2,335, with approximately 1,188 males and 1,147 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 507 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.37%, with male literacy at about 73.99% and female literacy near 60.51%. There are around 505 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandigarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,335 1,188 1,147
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 342 181 161
Scheduled Castes (SC) 507 265 242
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,573 879 694
Illiterate Population 762 309 453

Connectivity of Chandigarh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandigarh. As per the 2011 stats, Chandigarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chandigarh

Knowing the nearby villages of Chandigarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandigarh.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chandigarh

Where is Chandigarh located?
Chandigarh village is situated in Thakurpukur Mahestola Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandigarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandigarh is Chatta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chandigarh?
The pincode of Chandigarh is 700140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chandigarh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandigarh is 2,335, with 1,188 males and 1,147 females.
How many households are there in Chandigarh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandigarh village has a total of 505 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandigarh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandigarh is 67.37%. The male literacy rate is 73.99%, while the female literacy rate is 60.51%.