Chanda - Dumraon, Buxar
Chanda is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Chilhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 248109. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda village had a total population of 547 people, including 281 males and 266 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.85%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 51.83%.
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 | 547 | 281 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 193 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 88 | 153 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Chanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Chanda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Chanda is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda is Chilhari.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 802119.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda had a total population of 547, including 281 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
Chanda had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda was 67.85%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 51.83%.