Chhatwan - Keotiranway, Darbhanga
Chhatwan is a village situated in the Keotiranway subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keotiranway and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Chhatwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatwan is 226965. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 847337 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chhatwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhatwan
As per Census 2011, Chhatwan village has a total population of 11,054 people, consisting of 5,739 males and 5,315 females. The village has 2,339 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,892 literate and 6,162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,054 | 5,739 | 5,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,282 | 1,165 | 1,117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,161 | 603 | 558 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,892 | 2,917 | 1,975 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,162 | 2,822 | 3,340 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatwan
Chhatwan 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 Chhatwan
Public transport in the Chhatwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Chhatwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Chhatwan 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 Chhatwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatwan 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chhatwan
Where is Chhatwan located?
Chhatwan village is located in Keotiranway Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatwan?
Chhatwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhatwan?
The pincode of Chhatwan is 847337.
What is the population of Chhatwan?
Chhatwan has a total population of 11,054, including 5,739 males and 5,315 females.
How many households are there in Chhatwan?
There are 2,339 households in Chhatwan.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatwan is 44.26%. Male literacy is 50.83% and female literacy is 37.16%.