Chaprajhar (P) - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Chaprajhar (P) is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 87.6 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Islampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaprajhar (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaprajhar (P) is 309005. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 733202 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chaprajhar (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaprajhar (P)
As per Census 2011, Chaprajhar (P) village has a total population of 7,773 people, consisting of 3,990 males and 3,783 females. The village has 1,605 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,033 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,258 literate and 2,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,956 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaprajhar (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,773 | 3,990 | 3,783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,033 | 535 | 498 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,956 | 1,545 | 1,411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 211 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 5,258 | 2,864 | 2,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,515 | 1,126 | 1,389 |
Nearby Villages of Chaprajhar (P)
Chaprajhar (P) 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 Chaprajhar (P)
Chaprajhar (P) 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 Chaprajhar (P).
| 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 Islampur to Chaprajhar (P) is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Chaprajhar (P) is about 87.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaprajhar (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaprajhar (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaprajhar (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaprajhar (P) 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 Chaprajhar (P)
Where is Chaprajhar (P) located?
Chaprajhar (P) village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaprajhar (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaprajhar (P) is Islampur.
What is the pincode of Chaprajhar (P)?
The pincode of Chaprajhar (P) is 733202.
What is the population of Chaprajhar (P)?
Chaprajhar (P) has a total population of 7,773, including 3,990 males and 3,783 females.
How many households are there in Chaprajhar (P)?
There are 1,605 households in Chaprajhar (P).
What is the literacy rate in Chaprajhar (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaprajhar (P) is 67.64%. Male literacy is 71.78% and female literacy is 63.28%.