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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheran
As per Census 2011, Cheran village has a total population of 8,181 people, consisting of 4,280 males and 3,901 females. The village has 1,376 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,666 literate and 3,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,856 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheran are given below:
| 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
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| 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 has a total population of 8,181, including 4,280 males and 3,901 females.
How many households are there in Cheran?
There are 1,376 households in Cheran.
What is the literacy rate in Cheran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheran is 57.03%. Male literacy is 64.23% and female literacy is 49.14%.