Bania Chhapar Village - Katiya, Gopalganj
Bania Chhapar is a village situated in the Katiya subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Baikunthpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bania Chhapar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bania Chhapar is 229811. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 841437 pincode. Katiya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bania Chhapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bania Chhapar
As per Census 2011, Bania Chhapar village has a total population of 1,110 people, consisting of 551 males and 559 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 610 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bania Chhapar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,110 | 551 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 308 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 374 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 177 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Bania Chhapar
Bania 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 Bania Chhapar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bania Chhapar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Katiya to Bania Chhapar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Bania Chhapar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bania Chhapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bania Chhapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bania 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 Bania 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bania Chhapar
Where is Bania Chhapar located?
Bania Chhapar village is located in Katiya Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bania Chhapar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bania Chhapar is Baikunthpur.
What is the pincode of Bania Chhapar?
The pincode of Bania Chhapar is 841437.
What is the population of Bania Chhapar?
Bania Chhapar has a total population of 1,110, including 551 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Bania Chhapar?
There are 165 households in Bania Chhapar.
What is the literacy rate in Bania Chhapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bania Chhapar is 57.84%. Male literacy is 67.88% and female literacy is 47.94%.