Chero Village - Sarmera, Nalanda
Chero is a village situated in the Sarmera subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarmera and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Chero village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chero is 244493. The village covers a total geographical area of 1964 hectares and falls under the 811104 pincode. Barbigha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chero village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chero
As per Census 2011, Chero village has a total population of 11,090 people, consisting of 5,856 males and 5,234 females. The village has 1,986 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,377 literate and 6,713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chero are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,090 | 5,856 | 5,234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,248 | 1,166 | 1,082 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,285 | 1,727 | 1,558 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,377 | 2,774 | 1,603 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,713 | 3,082 | 3,631 |
Nearby Villages of Chero
Chero 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murtaza Chak | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Singhaul Nala Chhoka | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Nauarup | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Sadha | North | 2.70 km |
| Sasaur | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Musahri | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Misia | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Oraia | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Isua | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Singhaul | South-West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chero
Chero is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sheikpura, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbigha to Chero is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Chero is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chero
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chero village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chero
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chero village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chero
Where is Chero located?
Chero village is located in Sarmera Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chero?
Chero is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chero?
The pincode of Chero is 811104.
What is the population of Chero?
Chero has a total population of 11,090, including 5,856 males and 5,234 females.
How many households are there in Chero?
There are 1,986 households in Chero.
What is the literacy rate in Chero?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chero is 39.47%. Male literacy is 47.37% and female literacy is 30.63%.