Chandargaon - Baisi, Purnia
Chandargaon is a village situated in the Baisi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Chandragama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandargaon is 224005. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chandargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandargaon
As per Census 2011, Chandargaon village has a total population of 3,493 people, consisting of 1,748 males and 1,745 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 865 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 969 literate and 2,524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,493 | 1,748 | 1,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 865 | 429 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 629 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,524 | 1,119 | 1,405 |
Nearby Villages of Chandargaon
Chandargaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chandargaon
Chandargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Chandargaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandargaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandargaon
Where is Chandargaon located?
Chandargaon village is located in Baisi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandargaon is Chandragama.
What is the pincode of Chandargaon?
The pincode of Chandargaon is 854315.
What is the population of Chandargaon?
Chandargaon has a total population of 3,493, including 1,748 males and 1,745 females.
How many households are there in Chandargaon?
There are 638 households in Chandargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chandargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandargaon is 27.74%. Male literacy is 35.98% and female literacy is 19.48%.