Chautarwa - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Chautarwa is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chautarwa Lagunaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chautarwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chautarwa is 216881. The village covers a total geographical area of 527 hectares and falls under the 845101 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chautarwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chautarwa
According to the 2011 Census, Chautarwa village had a total population of 6,617 people, including 3,456 males and 3,161 females, living in 1,120 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.08%, with male literacy at 61.99% and female literacy at 43.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,027, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 6,617 | 3,456 | 3,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,284 | 659 | 625 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,027 | 534 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 2,831 | 1,734 | 1,097 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,786 | 1,722 | 2,064 |
Nearby Villages of Chautarwa
Chautarwa 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 Chautarwa
Chautarwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bagha to Chautarwa is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Chautarwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chautarwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chautarwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chautarwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chautarwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chautarwa
Where is Chautarwa located?
Chautarwa village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chautarwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chautarwa is Chautarwa Lagunaha.
What is the pincode of Chautarwa?
The pincode of Chautarwa is 845101.
What is the population of Chautarwa?
Chautarwa had a total population of 6,617, including 3,456 males and 3,161 females.
How many households are there in Chautarwa?
Chautarwa had 1,120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chautarwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chautarwa was 53.08%. Male literacy was 61.99% and female literacy was 43.26%.