Chanda - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Chanda is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Chanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 246935. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 802160 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda village had a total population of 2,804 people, including 1,527 males and 1,277 females, living in 505 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.45%, with male literacy at 83.35% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 571, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,804 | 1,527 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 296 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 313 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 1,026 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,305 | 501 | 804 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Chanda 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 Chanda
Chanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chanda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koilwar to Chanda is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Chanda is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanda?
Chanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 802160.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda had a total population of 2,804, including 1,527 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
Chanda had 505 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda was 66.45%. Male literacy was 83.35% and female literacy was 46.15%.