Chingri - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Chingri is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Chigri Simraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chingri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chingri is 227916. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chingri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chingri
According to the 2011 Census, Chingri village had a total population of 3,490 people, including 1,870 males and 1,620 females, living in 795 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.06%, with male literacy at 48.78% and female literacy at 21.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,490 | 1,870 | 1,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 392 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 125 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 996 | 721 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,494 | 1,149 | 1,345 |
Nearby Villages of Chingri
Chingri 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 Chingri
Chingri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chingri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Chingri is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Chingri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chingri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chingri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chingri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chingri 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 Chingri
Where is Chingri located?
Chingri village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chingri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chingri is Chigri Simraha.
What is the pincode of Chingri?
The pincode of Chingri is 848213.
What is the population of Chingri?
Chingri had a total population of 3,490, including 1,870 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Chingri?
Chingri had 795 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chingri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chingri was 36.06%. Male literacy was 48.78% and female literacy was 21.42%.