Chhapia - Baniapur, Saran
Chhapia is a village situated in the Baniapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baniapur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Maricha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapia is 233155. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 841220 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chhapia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baniapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhapia
According to the 2011 Census, Chhapia village had a total population of 680 people, including 308 males and 372 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.33%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 54.90%.
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 | 680 | 308 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 190 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 118 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapia
Chhapia 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 Chhapia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chhapia. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Chhapia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Chhapia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Chhapia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhapia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhapia
Where is Chhapia located?
Chhapia village is located in Baniapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhapia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapia is Maricha.
What is the pincode of Chhapia?
The pincode of Chhapia is 841220.
What is the population of Chhapia?
Chhapia had a total population of 680, including 308 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Chhapia?
Chhapia had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapia was 65.33%. Male literacy was 78.51% and female literacy was 54.90%.