Chandni Ghasi - Bhargama, Araria
Chandni Ghasi is a village situated in the Bhargama subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhargama and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Dhaneshri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandni Ghasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandni Ghasi is 221691. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 854334 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chandni Ghasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandni Ghasi
According to the 2011 Census, Chandni Ghasi village had a total population of 311 people, including 165 males and 146 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.77%, with male literacy at 14.16% and female literacy at 3.48%.
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 | 311 | 165 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 149 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Chandni Ghasi
Chandni Ghasi 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 Chandni Ghasi
Public transport in the Chandni Ghasi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Chandni Ghasi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Chandni Ghasi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandni Ghasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandni Ghasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chandni Ghasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandni Ghasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandni Ghasi
Where is Chandni Ghasi located?
Chandni Ghasi village is located in Bhargama Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandni Ghasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandni Ghasi is Dhaneshri.
What is the pincode of Chandni Ghasi?
The pincode of Chandni Ghasi is 854334.
What is the population of Chandni Ghasi?
Chandni Ghasi had a total population of 311, including 165 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Chandni Ghasi?
Chandni Ghasi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandni Ghasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandni Ghasi was 8.77%. Male literacy was 14.16% and female literacy was 3.48%.