Ichari - Garhani, Bhojpur
Ichari is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Ichari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichari is 247541. The village covers a total geographical area of 702 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ichari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ichari
As per Census 2011, Ichari village has a total population of 3,835 people, consisting of 2,019 males and 1,816 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 680 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,898 literate and 1,937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,835 | 2,019 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 349 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 344 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 1,898 | 1,185 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,937 | 834 | 1,103 |
Nearby Villages of Ichari
Ichari 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 Ichari
Ichari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ichari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Arrah to Ichari 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 Ichari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ichari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ichari
Where is Ichari located?
Ichari village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichari?
Ichari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ichari?
The pincode of Ichari is 802203.
What is the population of Ichari?
Ichari has a total population of 3,835, including 2,019 males and 1,816 females.
How many households are there in Ichari?
There are 534 households in Ichari.
What is the literacy rate in Ichari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichari is 49.49%. Male literacy is 58.69% and female literacy is 39.26%.