Ganga Chhapar - Bijaipur, Gopalganj
Ganga Chhapar is a village situated in the Bijaipur subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijaipur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Musahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganga Chhapar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganga Chhapar is 229961. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 841508 pincode. Katia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ganga Chhapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ganga Chhapar
According to the 2011 Census, Ganga Chhapar village had a total population of 775 people, including 368 males and 407 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.90%, with male literacy at 84.84% and female literacy at 60.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 775 | 368 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 263 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 105 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Ganga Chhapar
Ganga Chhapar 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 Ganga Chhapar
Ganga Chhapar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katia to Ganga Chhapar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Ganga Chhapar is about 53 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 Ganga Chhapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganga Chhapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ganga Chhapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganga Chhapar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ganga Chhapar
Where is Ganga Chhapar located?
Ganga Chhapar village is located in Bijaipur Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ganga Chhapar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganga Chhapar is Musahari.
What is the pincode of Ganga Chhapar?
The pincode of Ganga Chhapar is 841508.
What is the population of Ganga Chhapar?
Ganga Chhapar had a total population of 775, including 368 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Ganga Chhapar?
Ganga Chhapar had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganga Chhapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganga Chhapar was 71.90%. Male literacy was 84.84% and female literacy was 60.72%.