Damodar Chhapra - Saraiya, Muzaffarpur
Damodar Chhapra is a village situated in the Saraiya subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Rewa Basantpur North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damodar Chhapra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damodar Chhapra is 228405. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.43 hectares and falls under the 843101 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Damodar Chhapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damodar Chhapra
As per Census 2011, Damodar Chhapra village has a total population of 2,268 people, consisting of 1,185 males and 1,083 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 952 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damodar Chhapra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,268 | 1,185 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 215 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 583 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 602 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Damodar Chhapra
Damodar Chhapra 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 Damodar Chhapra
Damodar Chhapra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Muzaffarpur to Damodar Chhapra is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damodar Chhapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damodar Chhapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damodar Chhapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damodar Chhapra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Damodar Chhapra
Where is Damodar Chhapra located?
Damodar Chhapra village is located in Saraiya Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damodar Chhapra?
The Gram Panchayat of Damodar Chhapra is Rewa Basantpur North.
What is the pincode of Damodar Chhapra?
The pincode of Damodar Chhapra is 843101.
What is the population of Damodar Chhapra?
Damodar Chhapra has a total population of 2,268, including 1,185 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Damodar Chhapra?
There are 422 households in Damodar Chhapra.
What is the literacy rate in Damodar Chhapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damodar Chhapra is 41.98%. Male literacy is 49.20% and female literacy is 34.07%.