Champapur - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Champapur is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Champapur Gonauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Champapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champapur is 216003. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.7 hectares and falls under the 845107 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Champapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Champapur
As per Census 2011, Champapur village has a total population of 2,638 people, consisting of 1,302 males and 1,336 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 1,627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,060 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,638 | 1,302 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 260 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,060 | 1,000 | 1,060 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 618 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,627 | 684 | 943 |
Nearby Villages of Champapur
Champapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Songaharwa | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Dardari | South | 2.16 km |
| Shiunaha | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Narainapur | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Bansapti | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Dewtaha | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Soharia | North | 3.45 km |
| Berai | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Khutahwa | West | 3.83 km |
| Malkauli | East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champapur
Champapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Champapur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Champapur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Champapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champapur 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 Champapur
Where is Champapur located?
Champapur village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Champapur is Champapur Gonauli.
What is the pincode of Champapur?
The pincode of Champapur is 845107.
What is the population of Champapur?
Champapur has a total population of 2,638, including 1,302 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Champapur?
There are 492 households in Champapur.
What is the literacy rate in Champapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champapur is 38.32%. Male literacy is 47.47% and female literacy is 29.42%.