Ichail - Kadwa, Katihar
Ichail is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Beni Jalalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichail is 224631. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 855114 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ichail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ichail
According to the 2011 Census, Ichail village had a total population of 531 people, including 267 males and 264 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.32%, with male literacy at 66.52% and female literacy at 43.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 531 | 267 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 46 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 147 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 120 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Ichail
Ichail 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 Ichail
Ichail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Ichail is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ichail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichail 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 Ichail
Where is Ichail located?
Ichail village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ichail?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichail is Beni Jalalpur.
What is the pincode of Ichail?
The pincode of Ichail is 855114.
What is the population of Ichail?
Ichail had a total population of 531, including 267 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Ichail?
Ichail had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ichail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichail was 55.32%. Male literacy was 66.52% and female literacy was 43.07%.