Chhatanwar Village - Dumraon, Buxar
Chhatanwar is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Chhatanwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatanwar is 248120. The village covers a total geographical area of 792 hectares and falls under the 802133 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chhatanwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhatanwar
As per Census 2011, Chhatanwar village has a total population of 6,310 people, consisting of 3,328 males and 2,982 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,049 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,751 literate and 2,559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 615 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatanwar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,310 | 3,328 | 2,982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,049 | 545 | 504 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 319 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 3,751 | 2,371 | 1,380 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,559 | 957 | 1,602 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatanwar
Chhatanwar 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 Chhatanwar
Chhatanwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Chhatanwar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Chhatanwar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Chhatanwar is about 24 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 Chhatanwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatanwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhatanwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatanwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhatanwar
Where is Chhatanwar located?
Chhatanwar village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatanwar?
Chhatanwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhatanwar?
The pincode of Chhatanwar is 802133.
What is the population of Chhatanwar?
Chhatanwar has a total population of 6,310, including 3,328 males and 2,982 females.
How many households are there in Chhatanwar?
There are 854 households in Chhatanwar.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatanwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatanwar is 59.45%. Male literacy is 71.24% and female literacy is 46.28%.