Champanagar - Shankarpur, Madhepura
Champanagar is a village situated in the Shankarpur subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shankarpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Giddha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Champanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champanagar is 225900. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 852132 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Champanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Champanagar
As per Census 2011, Champanagar village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 720 males and 690 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 720 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 147 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 247 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 407 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 313 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Champanagar
Champanagar 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 Champanagar
Public transport in the Champanagar 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 Madhepura to Champanagar is about 20 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 Champanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Champanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champanagar 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 Champanagar
Where is Champanagar located?
Champanagar village is located in Shankarpur Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Champanagar is Giddha.
What is the pincode of Champanagar?
The pincode of Champanagar is 852132.
What is the population of Champanagar?
Champanagar has a total population of 1,410, including 720 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Champanagar?
There are 312 households in Champanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Champanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champanagar is 43.19%. Male literacy is 56.53% and female literacy is 29.28%.