Chanpi - Sherghati, Gaya
Chanpi is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chanpi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanpi is 256280. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chanpi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanpi
As per Census 2011, Chanpi village has a total population of 2,065 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,018 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,008 literate and 1,057 illiterate residents. Additionally, 972 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanpi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,065 | 1,047 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 195 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 486 | 486 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 582 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 465 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Chanpi
Chanpi 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 Chanpi
Public transport in the Chanpi 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 Chanpi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Chanpi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanpi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanpi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanpi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanpi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chanpi
Where is Chanpi located?
Chanpi village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanpi?
Chanpi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanpi?
The pincode of Chanpi is 824211.
What is the population of Chanpi?
Chanpi has a total population of 2,065, including 1,047 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Chanpi?
There are 404 households in Chanpi.
What is the literacy rate in Chanpi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanpi is 48.81%. Male literacy is 55.59% and female literacy is 41.85%.