Puran Chhapra
Puran Chhapra is a village located in Kalyanpur subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Kalyanpur is the gram panchayat of Puran Chhapra village.
Here you can discover what makes Puran Chhapra unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Puran Chhapra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puran Chhapra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puran Chhapra is 218289. The village spans a total geographical area of 164 hectares. Chakia is nearest town to Puran Chhapra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Puran Chhapra
Population of Puran Chhapra
According to the 2011 Census, Puran Chhapra has a total population of about 2,856, with approximately 1,467 males and 1,389 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 531 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 592 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.08%, with male literacy at about 51.12% and female literacy near 36.65%. There are around 636 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puran Chhapra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,856 | 1,467 | 1,389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 291 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 292 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,259 | 750 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,597 | 717 | 880 |
Connectivity of Puran Chhapra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puran Chhapra. As per the 2011 stats, Puran Chhapra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puran Chhapra
Knowing the nearby villages of Puran Chhapra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puran Chhapra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puran Chhapra
- Where is Puran Chhapra located?
- Puran Chhapra village is situated in Kalyanpur Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puran Chhapra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puran Chhapra is Kalyanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Puran Chhapra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puran Chhapra is 2,856, with 1,467 males and 1,389 females.
- How many households are there in Puran Chhapra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puran Chhapra village has a total of 636 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puran Chhapra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puran Chhapra is 44.08%. The male literacy rate is 51.12%, while the female literacy rate is 36.65%.