Chatar - Barhara, Bhojpur
Chatar is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Babhangawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatar is 246877. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 802163 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chatar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chatar
According to the 2011 Census, Chatar village had a total population of 3,408 people, including 1,818 males and 1,590 females, living in 387 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.36%, with male literacy at 70.47% and female literacy at 50.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 895.
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 | 3,408 | 1,818 | 1,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 639 | 335 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 895 | 465 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,699 | 1,045 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,709 | 773 | 936 |
Nearby Villages of Chatar
Chatar 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 Chatar
Chatar 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Chatar is about 18 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 Chatar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatar 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 Chatar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatar 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 Chatar
Where is Chatar located?
Chatar village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chatar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatar is Babhangawa.
What is the pincode of Chatar?
The pincode of Chatar is 802163.
What is the population of Chatar?
Chatar had a total population of 3,408, including 1,818 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Chatar?
Chatar had 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatar was 61.36%. Male literacy was 70.47% and female literacy was 50.86%.