Chandpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Chandpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Amdanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 240233. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpur village had a total population of 712 people, including 381 males and 331 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.05%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 58.84%. 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 | 712 | 381 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 264 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 117 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Chandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chandpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Chandpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Chandpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Amdanda.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 813204.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur had a total population of 712, including 381 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
Chandpur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur was 71.05%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 58.84%.