Mohchhi Sughar - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Mohchhi Sughar is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dakshini Ghogha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohchhi Sughar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohchhi Sughar is 217216. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Mohchhi Sughar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Mohchhi Sughar
According to the 2011 Census, Mohchhi Sughar village had a total population of 1,278 people, including 680 males and 598 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 89.32% and female literacy at 52.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 261.
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 | 1,278 | 680 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 118 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 152 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 502 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 178 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Mohchhi Sughar
Mohchhi Sughar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Khap Bankat Andar Rataumala | South | 1.56 km |
| Ghogha | North | 1.66 km |
| Bharwalia | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Musahri Tola Bankat | South | 2.48 km |
| Gidha | West | 3.11 km |
| Jagarnathpur | East | 3.47 km |
| Tola Utimpanre | South | 3.51 km |
| Ratanmala | South | 3.53 km |
| Barohiya | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Siriswa | South-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohchhi Sughar
Public transport in the Mohchhi Sughar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chanpatia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chanpatia to Mohchhi Sughar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mohchhi Sughar is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohchhi Sughar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohchhi Sughar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mohchhi Sughar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohchhi Sughar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mohchhi Sughar
Where is Mohchhi Sughar located?
Mohchhi Sughar village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mohchhi Sughar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohchhi Sughar is Dakshini Ghogha.
What is the pincode of Mohchhi Sughar?
The pincode of Mohchhi Sughar is 845449.
What is the population of Mohchhi Sughar?
Mohchhi Sughar had a total population of 1,278, including 680 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Mohchhi Sughar?
Mohchhi Sughar had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mohchhi Sughar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohchhi Sughar was 72.38%. Male literacy was 89.32% and female literacy was 52.41%.