Champawati Village - Dhamdaha, Purnia
Champawati is a village situated in the Dhamdaha subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdaha and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Champabati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Champawati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champawati is 223310. The village covers a total geographical area of 1274 hectares and falls under the 854205 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Champawati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Champawati
As per Census 2011, Champawati village has a total population of 5,918 people, consisting of 3,178 males and 2,740 females. The village has 1,239 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,070 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,721 literate and 3,197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 763 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champawati are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,918 | 3,178 | 2,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,070 | 584 | 486 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 401 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 2,721 | 1,671 | 1,050 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,197 | 1,507 | 1,690 |
Nearby Villages of Champawati
Champawati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharbia | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Rampur Chakla | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Bela Gobind | North | 2.47 km |
| Bela Champawati | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Chikni | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Parasbani | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Majhua Fatehganj | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Sihuli | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Sarsi Istamrar | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Jianganj Milik | North | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champawati
Champawati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarsi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Champawati is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Champawati 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 Champawati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champawati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Champawati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champawati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Champawati
Where is Champawati located?
Champawati village is located in Dhamdaha Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champawati?
The Gram Panchayat of Champawati is Champabati.
What is the pincode of Champawati?
The pincode of Champawati is 854205.
What is the population of Champawati?
Champawati has a total population of 5,918, including 3,178 males and 2,740 females.
How many households are there in Champawati?
There are 1,239 households in Champawati.
What is the literacy rate in Champawati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champawati is 45.98%. Male literacy is 52.58% and female literacy is 38.32%.