Bhuan Chhapra - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Bhuan Chhapra is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from Kalyanpur and around 25 km from Motihari. North Gawandhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhuan Chhapra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuan Chhapra is 218279. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhuan Chhapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhuan Chhapra
As per Census 2011, Bhuan Chhapra village has a total population of 8,350 people, consisting of 4,407 males and 3,943 females. The village has 1,549 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,814 literate and 4,536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhuan Chhapra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,350 | 4,407 | 3,943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,626 | 875 | 751 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,353 | 722 | 631 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,814 | 2,289 | 1,525 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,536 | 2,118 | 2,418 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuan Chhapra
Bhuan Chhapra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhopur Gobind | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Matkan | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Harpur Nankar | East | 3.38 km |
| Koila Belwa | West | 3.46 km |
| Bans Ghat | South | 3.65 km |
| Mani Chhapra | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Sitalpur | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Partapur | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Saraiya Banwari | East | 4.06 km |
| Paltu Belwa | South | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhuan Chhapra
Public transport in the Bhuan Chhapra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakia to Bhuan Chhapra is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Bhuan Chhapra is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhuan Chhapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuan Chhapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhuan Chhapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuan Chhapra 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 Bhuan Chhapra
Where is Bhuan Chhapra located?
Bhuan Chhapra village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhuan Chhapra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhuan Chhapra is North Gawandhara.
What is the pincode of Bhuan Chhapra?
The pincode of Bhuan Chhapra is 845413.
What is the population of Bhuan Chhapra?
Bhuan Chhapra has a total population of 8,350, including 4,407 males and 3,943 females.
How many households are there in Bhuan Chhapra?
There are 1,549 households in Bhuan Chhapra.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuan Chhapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuan Chhapra is 45.68%. Male literacy is 51.94% and female literacy is 38.68%.