Chanchar - Tetiha Bambor, Munger
Chanchar is a village situated in the Tetiha Bambor subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tetiha Bambor and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Bangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanchar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanchar is 243234. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chanchar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanchar
As per Census 2011, Chanchar village has a total population of 1,972 people, consisting of 1,066 males and 906 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,022 literate and 950 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanchar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,972 | 1,066 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 202 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 664 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 402 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Chanchar
Chanchar 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 Chanchar
Public transport in the Chanchar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Chanchar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Chanchar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanchar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chanchar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanchar 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 Chanchar
Where is Chanchar located?
Chanchar village is located in Tetiha Bambor Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanchar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanchar is Bangama.
What is the pincode of Chanchar?
The pincode of Chanchar is 811213.
What is the population of Chanchar?
Chanchar has a total population of 1,972, including 1,066 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Chanchar?
There are 353 households in Chanchar.
What is the literacy rate in Chanchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanchar is 51.83%. Male literacy is 62.29% and female literacy is 39.51%.