Chandpur - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Chandpur is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bihargain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpur is 255936. The village covers a total geographical area of 381 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandpur
As per Census 2011, Chandpur village has a total population of 1,601 people, consisting of 854 males and 747 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,601 | 854 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 163 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 191 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 510 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 344 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Chandpur
Chandpur 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 Sherghati to Chandpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Chandpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandpur
Where is Chandpur located?
Chandpur village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpur is Bihargain.
What is the pincode of Chandpur?
The pincode of Chandpur is 824217.
What is the population of Chandpur?
Chandpur has a total population of 1,601, including 854 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Chandpur?
There are 283 households in Chandpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpur is 49.84%. Male literacy is 59.72% and female literacy is 38.55%.