Chatma - Shambhuganj, Banka
Chatma is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kurma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatma is 240366. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chatma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chatma
As per Census 2011, Chatma village has a total population of 1,756 people, consisting of 992 males and 764 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 770 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 295 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 992 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 116 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 842 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 150 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Chatma
Chatma 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 Chatma
Chatma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Chatma is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Chatma is about 32 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 Chatma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chatma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatma 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chatma
Where is Chatma located?
Chatma village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatma?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatma is Kurma.
What is the pincode of Chatma?
The pincode of Chatma is 813211.
What is the population of Chatma?
Chatma has a total population of 1,756, including 992 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Chatma?
There are 332 households in Chatma.
What is the literacy rate in Chatma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatma is 83.20%. Male literacy is 84.88% and female literacy is 81.02%.