Chutia - Shambhuganj, Banka
Chutia is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Chutiya Belari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chutia is 240416. The village covers a total geographical area of 316 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chutia
As per Census 2011, Chutia village has a total population of 5,024 people, consisting of 2,639 males and 2,385 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 969 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,185 literate and 2,839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chutia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,024 | 2,639 | 2,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 969 | 492 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,185 | 1,273 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,839 | 1,366 | 1,473 |
Nearby Villages of Chutia
Chutia 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 Chutia
Public transport in the Chutia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Chutia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chutia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chutia
Where is Chutia located?
Chutia village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chutia is Chutiya Belari.
What is the pincode of Chutia?
The pincode of Chutia is 813211.
What is the population of Chutia?
Chutia has a total population of 5,024, including 2,639 males and 2,385 females.
How many households are there in Chutia?
There are 854 households in Chutia.
What is the literacy rate in Chutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chutia is 43.49%. Male literacy is 48.24% and female literacy is 38.24%.