Chamrutola - Barsoi, Katihar
Chamrutola is a village situated in the Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barsoi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Lagua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamrutola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamrutola is 224950. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 855102 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chamrutola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamrutola
According to the 2011 Census, Chamrutola village had a total population of 251 people, including 132 males and 119 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.92%, with male literacy at 18.81% and female literacy at 14.89%.
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 | 251 | 132 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 113 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Chamrutola
Chamrutola 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 Chamrutola
Public transport in the Chamrutola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Chamrutola is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamrutola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamrutola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamrutola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamrutola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamrutola
Where is Chamrutola located?
Chamrutola village is located in Barsoi Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamrutola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamrutola is Lagua.
What is the pincode of Chamrutola?
The pincode of Chamrutola is 855102.
What is the population of Chamrutola?
Chamrutola had a total population of 251, including 132 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Chamrutola?
Chamrutola had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamrutola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamrutola was 16.92%. Male literacy was 18.81% and female literacy was 14.89%.