Chaprajhar
Chaprajhar is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.4km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 87.6km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Islampur is the gram panchayat of Chaprajhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chaprajhar unique in its vibrant Islampur-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chaprajhar’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 Chaprajhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaprajhar is 309005. The village spans a total geographical area of 128 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733202. Islampur is nearest town to Chaprajhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chaprajhar 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chaprajhar
Population of Chaprajhar
According to the 2011 Census, Chaprajhar has a total population of about 7,773, with approximately 3,990 males and 3,783 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,033 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,956 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 445. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.64%, with male literacy at about 71.78% and female literacy near 63.28%. There are around 1,605 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaprajhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Chaprajhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaprajhar. As per the 2011 stats, Chaprajhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaprajhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaprajhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaprajhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaprajhar
- Where is Chaprajhar located?
- Chaprajhar village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaprajhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chaprajhar is Islampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chaprajhar?
- The pincode of Chaprajhar is 733202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaprajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaprajhar is 7,773, with 3,990 males and 3,783 females.
- How many households are there in Chaprajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaprajhar village has a total of 1,605 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaprajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaprajhar is 67.64%. The male literacy rate is 71.78%, while the female literacy rate is 63.28%.