Chacharia - Rajpur, Buxar
Chacharia is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kharahana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chacharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chacharia is 248580. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chacharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chacharia
According to the 2011 Census, Chacharia village had a total population of 1,030 people, including 560 males and 470 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.01%, with male literacy at 73.65% and female literacy at 48.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 1,030 | 560 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 327 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 233 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Chacharia
Chacharia 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 Chacharia
Chacharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Chacharia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chacharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chacharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chacharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chacharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chacharia
Where is Chacharia located?
Chacharia village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chacharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chacharia is Kharahana.
What is the pincode of Chacharia?
The pincode of Chacharia is 802122.
What is the population of Chacharia?
Chacharia had a total population of 1,030, including 560 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Chacharia?
Chacharia had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chacharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chacharia was 62.01%. Male literacy was 73.65% and female literacy was 48.12%.