Champapur - Ramgarhwa, Purbi Champaran
Champapur is a village situated in the Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from Ramgarhwa and around 45 km from Motihari. Champapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champapur is 217614. The village covers a total geographical area of 1432.7 hectares and falls under the 845433 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Champapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Champapur
As per Census 2011, Champapur village has a total population of 14,674 people, consisting of 7,690 males and 6,984 females. The village has 3,144 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,969 literate and 8,705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 510 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,674 | 7,690 | 6,984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,175 | 1,627 | 1,548 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,437 | 732 | 705 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 258 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 5,969 | 3,829 | 2,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,705 | 3,861 | 4,844 |
Nearby Villages of Champapur
Champapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishambharapur | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Belahiya | North | 2.26 km |
| Lachhimipur Pokhariya | East | 2.48 km |
| Birta Tola | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Amodei | West | 2.86 km |
| Chainpur | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Inarwa | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Bhatwaliya | South | 4.03 km |
| Imilwa | East | 4.12 km |
| Bishunpurwa | East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champapur
Champapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramgarhwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.0 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Champapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Champapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Champapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champapur 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 Champapur
Where is Champapur located?
Champapur village is located in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champapur?
Champapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Champapur?
The pincode of Champapur is 845433.
What is the population of Champapur?
Champapur has a total population of 14,674, including 7,690 males and 6,984 females.
How many households are there in Champapur?
There are 3,144 households in Champapur.
What is the literacy rate in Champapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champapur is 40.68%. Male literacy is 49.79% and female literacy is 30.64%.