Chandanpur - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Chandanpur is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Chandan Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpur is 243545. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.31 hectares and falls under the 811106 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandanpur
As per Census 2011, Chandanpur village has a total population of 6,776 people, consisting of 3,697 males and 3,079 females. The village has 1,008 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,369 literate and 3,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 828 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,776 | 3,697 | 3,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,402 | 762 | 640 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 471 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,369 | 2,136 | 1,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,407 | 1,561 | 1,846 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpur
Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
Public transport in the Chandanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chandanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Chandanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanpur 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 Chandanpur
Where is Chandanpur located?
Chandanpur village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandanpur is Chandan Pura.
What is the pincode of Chandanpur?
The pincode of Chandanpur is 811106.
What is the population of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur has a total population of 6,776, including 3,697 males and 3,079 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpur?
There are 1,008 households in Chandanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpur is 49.72%. Male literacy is 57.78% and female literacy is 40.05%.