Chapra Megh Rai - Musahri, Muzaffarpur
Chapra Megh Rai is a village situated in the Musahri subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musahri and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Chhapra Megh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapra Megh Rai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapra Megh Rai is 229384. The village covers a total geographical area of 672.6 hectares and falls under the 843132 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chapra Megh Rai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapra Megh Rai
As per Census 2011, Chapra Megh Rai village has a total population of 9,846 people, consisting of 5,143 males and 4,703 females. The village has 2,182 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,794 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,855 literate and 3,991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapra Megh Rai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,846 | 5,143 | 4,703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,794 | 912 | 882 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,348 | 1,213 | 1,135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 5,855 | 3,331 | 2,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,991 | 1,812 | 2,179 |
Nearby Villages of Chapra Megh Rai
Chapra Megh Rai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sutihara | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Sutihara Aima | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Nayagaon | North | 1.94 km |
| Silaut Basdeo | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Harshankarpur Maniari | South | 2.82 km |
| Chak Alahdad | West | 2.97 km |
| Sambaha | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Dwarkanagar Urf Dwarkanathpur | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Modhopur | East | 3.40 km |
| Saghari | West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapra Megh Rai
Public transport in the Chapra Megh Rai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Silaut, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Chapra Megh Rai 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 Chapra Megh Rai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapra Megh Rai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chapra Megh Rai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapra Megh Rai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chapra Megh Rai
Where is Chapra Megh Rai located?
Chapra Megh Rai village is located in Musahri Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapra Megh Rai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapra Megh Rai is Chhapra Megh.
What is the pincode of Chapra Megh Rai?
The pincode of Chapra Megh Rai is 843132.
What is the population of Chapra Megh Rai?
Chapra Megh Rai has a total population of 9,846, including 5,143 males and 4,703 females.
How many households are there in Chapra Megh Rai?
There are 2,182 households in Chapra Megh Rai.
What is the literacy rate in Chapra Megh Rai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapra Megh Rai is 59.47%. Male literacy is 64.77% and female literacy is 53.67%.