Char Ghat - Shahpur, Bhojpur
Char Ghat is a village situated in the Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Karja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Ghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Ghat is 246635. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 802166 pincode. Shahpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Char Ghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Char Ghat
As per Census 2011, Char Ghat village has a total population of 4,143 people, consisting of 2,181 males and 1,962 females. The village has 646 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 2,011 literate and 2,132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 842 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Char Ghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,143 | 2,181 | 1,962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 359 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 842 | 447 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 2,011 | 1,236 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,132 | 945 | 1,187 |
Nearby Villages of Char Ghat
Char Ghat 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 Char Ghat
Char Ghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Char Ghat 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 Shahpur to Char Ghat is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Char Ghat is about 30 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 Char Ghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Ghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Char Ghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Ghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Char Ghat
Where is Char Ghat located?
Char Ghat village is located in Shahpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Ghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Ghat is Karja.
What is the pincode of Char Ghat?
The pincode of Char Ghat is 802166.
What is the population of Char Ghat?
Char Ghat has a total population of 4,143, including 2,181 males and 1,962 females.
How many households are there in Char Ghat?
There are 646 households in Char Ghat.
What is the literacy rate in Char Ghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Ghat is 48.54%. Male literacy is 56.67% and female literacy is 39.50%.