Chunda - Nauhatta, Rohtas
Chunda is a village situated in the Nauhatta subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nauhatta and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Pipardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunda is 252040. The village covers a total geographical area of 8589 hectares and falls under the 821304 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chunda
As per Census 2011, Chunda village has a total population of 1,860 people, consisting of 982 males and 878 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 1,066 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,860 | 982 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 181 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,337 | 698 | 639 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 497 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,066 | 485 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Chunda
Chunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadhar Kalan | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Budhua | East | 6.15 km |
| Londa | West | 6.69 km |
| Suggikhoh | North | 6.83 km |
| Pachmahut | West | 8.11 km |
| Rehal | South-East | 8.32 km |
| Betari | North | 8.52 km |
| Dugha | South-West | 8.83 km |
| Phulwaria | North | 9.25 km |
| Barap | North-West | 9.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chunda. The nearest railway station is Kosiara, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Chunda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Chunda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunda 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 Chunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunda 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 Chunda
Where is Chunda located?
Chunda village is located in Nauhatta Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunda is Pipardih.
What is the pincode of Chunda?
The pincode of Chunda is 821304.
What is the population of Chunda?
Chunda has a total population of 1,860, including 982 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Chunda?
There are 381 households in Chunda.
What is the literacy rate in Chunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunda is 42.69%. Male literacy is 50.61% and female literacy is 33.83%.