Chilhar - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Chilhar is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kirkiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilhar is 247585. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 802164 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chilhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilhar
As per Census 2011, Chilhar village has a total population of 4,188 people, consisting of 2,221 males and 1,967 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,377 literate and 1,811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,095 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,188 | 2,221 | 1,967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 379 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,095 | 577 | 518 |
| Literate Population | 2,377 | 1,437 | 940 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,811 | 784 | 1,027 |
Nearby Villages of Chilhar
Chilhar 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 Chilhar
Public transport in the Chilhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Chilhar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chilhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chilhar
Where is Chilhar located?
Chilhar village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilhar is Kirkiri.
What is the pincode of Chilhar?
The pincode of Chilhar is 802164.
What is the population of Chilhar?
Chilhar has a total population of 4,188, including 2,221 males and 1,967 females.
How many households are there in Chilhar?
There are 685 households in Chilhar.
What is the literacy rate in Chilhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilhar is 56.76%. Male literacy is 64.70% and female literacy is 47.79%.