Kharhua Chainpur - Dhaka, Purbi Champaran
Kharhua Chainpur is a village situated in the Dhaka subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from Dhaka and around 43 km from Motihari. Barharwa Siwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharhua Chainpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharhua Chainpur is 217812. The village covers a total geographical area of 424 hectares and falls under the 845418 pincode. Dhaka is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kharhua Chainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharhua Chainpur
As per Census 2011, Kharhua Chainpur village has a total population of 8,455 people, consisting of 4,434 males and 4,021 females. The village has 1,636 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,774 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,610 literate and 4,845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 894 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharhua Chainpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,455 | 4,434 | 4,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,774 | 939 | 835 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 894 | 476 | 418 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,610 | 2,242 | 1,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,845 | 2,192 | 2,653 |
Nearby Villages of Kharhua Chainpur
Kharhua Chainpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharhui Bara Farid | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Chand Mohan | South | 1.94 km |
| Hasanpur | West | 1.99 km |
| Gurganwan | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Basantpur | North | 2.33 km |
| Masaurha | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Jatwaliya | South | 3.11 km |
| Gawandari | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Samanpur | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Tilahra Kalan | South-East | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharhua Chainpur
Kharhua Chainpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kundwa Chainpur, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhaka to Kharhua Chainpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Kharhua Chainpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharhua Chainpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharhua Chainpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharhua Chainpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharhua Chainpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharhua Chainpur
Where is Kharhua Chainpur located?
Kharhua Chainpur village is located in Dhaka Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharhua Chainpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharhua Chainpur is Barharwa Siwan.
What is the pincode of Kharhua Chainpur?
The pincode of Kharhua Chainpur is 845418.
What is the population of Kharhua Chainpur?
Kharhua Chainpur has a total population of 8,455, including 4,434 males and 4,021 females.
How many households are there in Kharhua Chainpur?
There are 1,636 households in Kharhua Chainpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kharhua Chainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharhua Chainpur is 42.70%. Male literacy is 50.56% and female literacy is 34.02%.