Checharhi - Obra, Aurangabad
Checharhi is a village situated in the Obra subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Obra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Tejpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Checharhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Checharhi is 253232. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 824124 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Checharhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Checharhi
As per Census 2011, Checharhi village has a total population of 2,330 people, consisting of 1,206 males and 1,124 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,265 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 867 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Checharhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,330 | 1,206 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 203 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 867 | 453 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 755 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 451 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Checharhi
Checharhi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumri | East | 1.13 km |
| Raypura | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Majhiawan | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Bwlwa | East | 2.07 km |
| Saraiya | North | 2.26 km |
| Achlu | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Kachanpur | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Ghataro | South | 2.84 km |
| Labadna | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Dhangain | South-West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Checharhi
Checharhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anugraha Narayan Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.2 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daudnagar to Checharhi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Checharhi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Checharhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Checharhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Checharhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Checharhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Checharhi
Where is Checharhi located?
Checharhi village is located in Obra Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Checharhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Checharhi is Tejpura.
What is the pincode of Checharhi?
The pincode of Checharhi is 824124.
What is the population of Checharhi?
Checharhi has a total population of 2,330, including 1,206 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Checharhi?
There are 398 households in Checharhi.
What is the literacy rate in Checharhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Checharhi is 54.29%. Male literacy is 62.60% and female literacy is 45.37%.