Cheran - Harnaut, Nalanda
Cheran is a village situated in the Harnaut subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harnaut and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Mudhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheran is 244253. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 803110 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Cheran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheran
According to the 2011 Census, Cheran village had a total population of 8,181 people, including 4,280 males and 3,901 females, living in 1,376 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.85%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 59.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,856, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,181 | 4,280 | 3,901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,404 | 749 | 655 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,856 | 952 | 904 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,666 | 2,749 | 1,917 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,515 | 1,531 | 1,984 |
Nearby Villages of Cheran
Cheran 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 Cheran
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Cheran 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.
FAQs about Cheran
Where is Cheran located?
Cheran village is located in Harnaut Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Cheran?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheran is Mudhari.
What is the pincode of Cheran?
The pincode of Cheran is 803110.
What is the population of Cheran?
Cheran had a total population of 8,181, including 4,280 males and 3,901 females.
How many households are there in Cheran?
Cheran had 1,376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheran was 68.85%. Male literacy was 77.85% and female literacy was 59.06%.