Chautham - Chautham, Khagaria
Chautham is a village situated in the Chautham subdivision of Khagaria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chautham and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khagaria. Chautham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chautham is 238666. The village covers a total geographical area of 1403 hectares and falls under the 851201 pincode. Khagaria is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chautham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chautham
As per Census 2011, Chautham village has a total population of 14,699 people, consisting of 7,940 males and 6,759 females. The village has 2,947 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,793 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,531 literate and 7,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,634 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chautham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,699 | 7,940 | 6,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,793 | 1,493 | 1,300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,634 | 866 | 768 |
| Literate Population | 7,531 | 4,562 | 2,969 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,168 | 3,378 | 3,790 |
Nearby Villages of Chautham
Chautham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lagma | West | 2.07 km |
| Bheria | South | 2.91 km |
| Agrahan | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Rohiar | West | 3.23 km |
| Kharaita | North | 3.32 km |
| Adabari | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Thuthi (mohanpur) | North | 3.86 km |
| Borne | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Bal Kunda | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Pipra | South | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chautham
Chautham is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Badla Ghat, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khagaria to Chautham is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chautham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chautham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chautham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chautham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chautham
Where is Chautham located?
Chautham village is located in Chautham Subdivision, Khagaria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chautham?
Chautham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chautham?
The pincode of Chautham is 851201.
What is the population of Chautham?
Chautham has a total population of 14,699, including 7,940 males and 6,759 females.
How many households are there in Chautham?
There are 2,947 households in Chautham.
What is the literacy rate in Chautham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chautham is 51.23%. Male literacy is 57.46% and female literacy is 43.93%.