Chanda - Athmalgola, Patna
Chanda is a village situated in the Athmalgola subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athmalgola and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Sabnima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 246366. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 803212 pincode. Bakhtiarpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanda
As per Census 2011, Chanda village has a total population of 4,267 people, consisting of 2,281 males and 1,986 females. The village has 569 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 901 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,697 literate and 2,570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,267 | 2,281 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 901 | 493 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 147 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 1,127 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,570 | 1,154 | 1,416 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Chanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Karanauti | West | 1.77 km |
| Sirsi | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Sabnima | North | 1.97 km |
| Sherpur | South | 2.50 km |
| Jamalpur Barhia | East | 2.58 km |
| Tira | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Burhara | North | 2.76 km |
| Saraia | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Ukhra | South | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanda
Chanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kharuara Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bakhtiarpur to Chanda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Chanda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda 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 Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Athmalgola Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda is Sabnima.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 803212.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda has a total population of 4,267, including 2,281 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
There are 569 households in Chanda.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda is 39.77%. Male literacy is 49.41% and female literacy is 28.70%.