Chichorwa - Laukahi, Madhubani
Chichorwa is a village situated in the Laukahi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laukahi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Laukahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichorwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichorwa is 220039. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 847108 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chichorwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichorwa
As per Census 2011, Chichorwa village has a total population of 1,641 people, consisting of 875 males and 766 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichorwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 875 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 185 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 257 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 521 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 354 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Chichorwa
Chichorwa 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 Chichorwa
Chichorwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Chichorwa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Chichorwa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichorwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichorwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chichorwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichorwa 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 Chichorwa
Where is Chichorwa located?
Chichorwa village is located in Laukahi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichorwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichorwa is Laukahi.
What is the pincode of Chichorwa?
The pincode of Chichorwa is 847108.
What is the population of Chichorwa?
Chichorwa has a total population of 1,641, including 875 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Chichorwa?
There are 323 households in Chichorwa.
What is the literacy rate in Chichorwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichorwa is 47.96%. Male literacy is 59.54% and female literacy is 34.73%.