Chhatraul - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Chhatraul is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Balua Chhatraul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatraul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatraul is 216031. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.7 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chhatraul 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 Chhatraul
As per Census 2011, Chhatraul village has a total population of 2,633 people, consisting of 1,382 males and 1,251 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,300 literate and 1,333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatraul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,633 | 1,382 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 243 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 187 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,124 | 598 | 526 |
| Literate Population | 1,300 | 797 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,333 | 585 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatraul
Chhatraul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohna | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Harnatanr | North | 1.61 km |
| Bairiya Khurd | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Garkatti | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Khajoria | East | 2.39 km |
| Sinagahi | South | 3.07 km |
| Balua | South | 3.17 km |
| Bihar | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Mahdewa | North | 3.23 km |
| Amolba | East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatraul
Chhatraul 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 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Chhatraul is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Chhatraul is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatraul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatraul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatraul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatraul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhatraul
Where is Chhatraul located?
Chhatraul village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatraul?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatraul is Balua Chhatraul.
What is the pincode of Chhatraul?
The pincode of Chhatraul is 845105.
What is the population of Chhatraul?
Chhatraul has a total population of 2,633, including 1,382 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Chhatraul?
There are 472 households in Chhatraul.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatraul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatraul is 49.37%. Male literacy is 57.67% and female literacy is 40.21%.