Chainpur - Amnour, Saran
Chainpur is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Tarwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chainpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chainpur is 233876. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chainpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chainpur village had a total population of 1,620 people, including 792 males and 828 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 47.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,620 | 792 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 521 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 271 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Chainpur
Chainpur 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 Chainpur
Public transport in the Chainpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chainpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Chainpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Chainpur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chainpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chainpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chainpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chainpur 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 Chainpur
Where is Chainpur located?
Chainpur village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chainpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chainpur is Tarwar.
What is the pincode of Chainpur?
The pincode of Chainpur is 841311.
What is the population of Chainpur?
Chainpur had a total population of 1,620, including 792 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Chainpur?
Chainpur had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chainpur was 63.89%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 47.08%.