Chirah

Chirah is a village located in Jokihat subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jokihat (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Chirah village is also a gram panchayat.

Chirah has its own place in the vibrant Araria 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 Chirah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirah is 222177. The village spans a total geographical area of 646.3 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Chirah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Chirah

Below is a concise population overview of Chirah as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,008 1,534 1,474
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 761 402 359
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 6 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,261 696 565
Illiterate Population 1,747 838 909

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chirah village:

  • The total population of Chirah village is around 3,008, including approximately 1,534 males and 1,474 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 761 children aged 0–6 years in Chirah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chirah village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chirah village is about 41.92%, with male literacy at 45.37% and female literacy at 38.33%.
  • There are around 619 households in Chirah village.

Connectivity of Chirah

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

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

Nearby Villages of Chirah

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

Karahara Mahalgaon Ukhwa Kishunpur Uda Phulpur Purwari Dumaria Bazidpur Chainpur Parshadpur Bagnagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Chirah

Where is Chirah located?
Chirah village is situated in Jokihat Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirah?
Chirah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chirah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirah is 3,008, with 1,534 males and 1,474 females.
How many households are there in Chirah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chirah village has a total of 619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirah is 41.92%. The male literacy rate is 45.37%, while the female literacy rate is 38.33%.