Chetan - Obra, Aurangabad
Chetan is a village situated in the Obra subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Obra and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Karsawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chetan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chetan is 253372. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 824121 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chetan 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 Chetan
According to the 2011 Census, Chetan village had a total population of 615 people, including 326 males and 289 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.62%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 56.73%.
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 | 615 | 326 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 252 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 74 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Chetan
Chetan 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 Chetan
Chetan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chetan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurangabad to Chetan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chetan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chetan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chetan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chetan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chetan
Where is Chetan located?
Chetan village is located in Obra Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chetan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chetan is Karsawan.
What is the pincode of Chetan?
The pincode of Chetan is 824121.
What is the population of Chetan?
Chetan had a total population of 615, including 326 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Chetan?
Chetan had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chetan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chetan was 74.62%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 56.73%.