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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chatma
According to the 2011 Census, Chatma village had a total population of 1,756 people, including 992 males and 764 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 770 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.65%, with male literacy at 96.12% and female literacy at 90.50%.
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 | 1,756 | 992 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 116 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,756, including 992 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Chatma?
Chatma had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatma was 93.65%. Male literacy was 96.12% and female literacy was 90.50%.