Phatu Chhapar - Bairia, Pashchim Champaran
Phatu Chhapar is a village situated in the Bairia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bathna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phatu Chhapar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phatu Chhapar is 217404. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.38 hectares and falls under the 845438 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Phatu Chhapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phatu Chhapar
As per Census 2011, Phatu Chhapar village has a total population of 3,924 people, consisting of 2,038 males and 1,886 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 818 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,770 literate and 2,154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phatu Chhapar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,924 | 2,038 | 1,886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 818 | 419 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 100 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,770 | 1,048 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,154 | 990 | 1,164 |
Nearby Villages of Phatu Chhapar
Phatu Chhapar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Bandobasti Phulia Khanr | South | 1.27 km |
| Phul Jharia | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Tola Mansa Dube | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Machharganwa | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Nautan Dube | East | 2.74 km |
| Tola Asaram | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Patkhaulia | West | 2.86 km |
| Shampur | South | 3.04 km |
| Mianapur Dubauli | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Laukaria | North-West | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phatu Chhapar
Phatu Chhapar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bettiah, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bettiah to Phatu Chhapar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phatu Chhapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phatu Chhapar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phatu Chhapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phatu Chhapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phatu Chhapar
Where is Phatu Chhapar located?
Phatu Chhapar village is located in Bairia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatu Chhapar?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatu Chhapar is Bathna.
What is the pincode of Phatu Chhapar?
The pincode of Phatu Chhapar is 845438.
What is the population of Phatu Chhapar?
Phatu Chhapar has a total population of 3,924, including 2,038 males and 1,886 females.
How many households are there in Phatu Chhapar?
There are 761 households in Phatu Chhapar.
What is the literacy rate in Phatu Chhapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phatu Chhapar is 45.11%. Male literacy is 51.42% and female literacy is 38.28%.