Chalhopur - Gurua, Gaya
Chalhopur is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Paluhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalhopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalhopur is 255564. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chalhopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chalhopur
As per Census 2011, Chalhopur village has a total population of 931 people, consisting of 486 males and 445 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalhopur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 486 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 191 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 292 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 194 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Chalhopur
Chalhopur 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 Chalhopur
Chalhopur 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Chalhopur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Chalhopur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalhopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalhopur 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 Chalhopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalhopur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chalhopur
Where is Chalhopur located?
Chalhopur village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalhopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalhopur is Paluhara.
What is the pincode of Chalhopur?
The pincode of Chalhopur is 804405.
What is the population of Chalhopur?
Chalhopur has a total population of 931, including 486 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Chalhopur?
There are 132 households in Chalhopur.
What is the literacy rate in Chalhopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalhopur is 53.71%. Male literacy is 60.08% and female literacy is 46.74%.