Chandi - Garhani, Bhojpur
Chandi is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Harpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandi is 247501. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandi
As per Census 2011, Chandi village has a total population of 1,539 people, consisting of 815 males and 724 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 859 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | 815 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 859 | 459 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 356 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 459 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Chandi
Chandi 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 Chandi
Chandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chandi.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Chandi is about 28 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 Chandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandi 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 Chandi
Where is Chandi located?
Chandi village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandi is Harpur.
What is the pincode of Chandi?
The pincode of Chandi is 802203.
What is the population of Chandi?
Chandi has a total population of 1,539, including 815 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Chandi?
There are 252 households in Chandi.
What is the literacy rate in Chandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandi is 35.28%. Male literacy is 43.68% and female literacy is 25.83%.