Chuar - Dumraon, Buxar
Chuar is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kanjharua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuar is 248179. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.9 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chuar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuar
According to the 2011 Census, Chuar village had a total population of 1,522 people, including 816 males and 706 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.66%, with male literacy at 87.66% and female literacy at 72.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 1,522 | 816 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 119 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 611 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 205 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Chuar
Chuar 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 Chuar
Chuar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chuar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Chuar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Chuar is about 22 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 Chuar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chuar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chuar
Where is Chuar located?
Chuar village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chuar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuar is Kanjharua.
What is the pincode of Chuar?
The pincode of Chuar is 802119.
What is the population of Chuar?
Chuar had a total population of 1,522, including 816 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Chuar?
Chuar had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chuar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuar was 80.66%. Male literacy was 87.66% and female literacy was 72.24%.