Chhilia - Jagdishpur, Bhagalpur
Chhilia is a village situated in the Jagdishpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagdishpur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Baijani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhilia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhilia is 240083. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 812005 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhilia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhilia
According to the 2011 Census, Chhilia village had a total population of 603 people, including 344 males and 259 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 753 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.00%, with male literacy at 65.32% and female literacy at 38.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 603 | 344 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 194 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 150 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Chhilia
Chhilia 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 Chhilia
Chhilia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Chhilia 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 Bhagalpur to Chhilia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhilia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhilia 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 Chhilia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhilia 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 Chhilia
Where is Chhilia located?
Chhilia village is located in Jagdishpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhilia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhilia is Baijani.
What is the pincode of Chhilia?
The pincode of Chhilia is 812005.
What is the population of Chhilia?
Chhilia had a total population of 603, including 344 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Chhilia?
Chhilia had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhilia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhilia was 54.00%. Male literacy was 65.32% and female literacy was 38.43%.