Mani Chhapra - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Mani Chhapra is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from Kalyanpur and around 42 km from Motihari. Koyla Belwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mani Chhapra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mani Chhapra is 218274. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Mani 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 Mani Chhapra
As per Census 2011, Mani Chhapra village has a total population of 3,432 people, consisting of 1,808 males and 1,624 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,748 literate and 1,684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mani Chhapra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,432 | 1,808 | 1,624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 339 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 344 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,748 | 1,078 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,684 | 730 | 954 |
Nearby Villages of Mani Chhapra
Mani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harpur Nankar | North | 1.06 km |
| Sulsabad | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Rangrez Chhapra | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Partapur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Madhopur Gobind | West | 1.77 km |
| Damodarpur | East | 1.79 km |
| Bishambharpur Pahari | South | 2.04 km |
| Matkan | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Saraiya Banwari | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Rampurwa | East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mani Chhapra
Public transport in the Mani Chhapra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpur Nag Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakia to Mani Chhapra is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Mani Chhapra is about 42 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 Mani Chhapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mani Chhapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mani 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 Mani Chhapra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mani Chhapra
Where is Mani Chhapra located?
Mani Chhapra village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mani Chhapra?
The Gram Panchayat of Mani Chhapra is Koyla Belwa.
What is the pincode of Mani Chhapra?
The pincode of Mani Chhapra is 845413.
What is the population of Mani Chhapra?
Mani Chhapra has a total population of 3,432, including 1,808 males and 1,624 females.
How many households are there in Mani Chhapra?
There are 687 households in Mani Chhapra.
What is the literacy rate in Mani Chhapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mani Chhapra is 50.93%. Male literacy is 59.62% and female literacy is 41.26%.