Chandai - Makhdumpur, Jehanabad
Chandai is a village situated in the Makhdumpur subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Makhdumpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Chhariyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandai is 260485. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 804422 pincode. Makhdumpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Makhdumpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandai
As per Census 2011, Chandai village has a total population of 1,744 people, consisting of 929 males and 815 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 908 literate and 836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,744 | 929 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 170 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 281 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 565 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 364 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Chandai
Chandai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Keam Chak | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Kukri Bigha | South | 1.21 km |
| Damodarpur | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Panpu | West | 1.64 km |
| Kharauna | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Amsara | East | 1.93 km |
| Manhgupur | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Chhariyari | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Makarpur | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Dakra | South | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandai
Public transport in the Chandai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barabar Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Makhdumpur to Chandai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jehanabad to Chandai is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandai
Where is Chandai located?
Chandai village is located in Makhdumpur Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandai is Chhariyari.
What is the pincode of Chandai?
The pincode of Chandai is 804422.
What is the population of Chandai?
Chandai has a total population of 1,744, including 929 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in Chandai?
There are 267 households in Chandai.
What is the literacy rate in Chandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandai is 52.06%. Male literacy is 60.82% and female literacy is 42.09%.