Chhatni - Rajauli, Nawada
Chhatni is a village situated in the Rajauli subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajauli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Dhamni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatni is 258483. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 805121 pincode. Rajauli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chhatni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhatni
As per Census 2011, Chhatni village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 240 males and 216 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 240 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 153 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 87 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatni
Chhatni 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 Chhatni
Chhatni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajauli to Chhatni is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Chhatni is about 37 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 Chhatni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatni 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 Chhatni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatni 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chhatni
Where is Chhatni located?
Chhatni village is located in Rajauli Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatni is Dhamni.
What is the pincode of Chhatni?
The pincode of Chhatni is 805121.
What is the population of Chhatni?
Chhatni has a total population of 456, including 240 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Chhatni?
There are 59 households in Chhatni.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatni is 45.61%. Male literacy is 63.75% and female literacy is 25.46%.