Chilam
About Chilam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chilam village is 256329. Chilam village is located in Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sherghati (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Chilam village.
The total geographical area of village is 416 hectares. Chilam has a total population of 4,311 peoples, out of which male population is 2,231 while female population is 2,080. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 932 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chilam village is 43.47% out of which 51.28% males and 35.10% females are literate. There are about 708 houses in chilam village.
Sherghati is nearest town to chilam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Chilam
Population of Chilam
The population details of Chilam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,311 | 2,231 | 2,080 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 904 | 446 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,115 | 1,110 | 1,005 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,874 | 1,144 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,437 | 1,087 | 1,350 |
Connectivity of Chilam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chilam
Where is Chilam located?
Chilam village is situated in Sherghati Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilam is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chilam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilam is 4,311, with 2,231 males and 2,080 females.
How many households are there in Chilam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chilam village has a total of 708 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilam is 43.47%. The male literacy rate is 51.28%, while the female literacy rate is 35.10%.