Channa - Marhaura, Saran
Channa is a village situated in the Marhaura subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marhaura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Israuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Channa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channa is 233806. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 841419 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Channa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Channa
According to the 2011 Census, Channa village had a total population of 482 people, including 223 males and 259 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.27%, with male literacy at 71.84% and female literacy at 58.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 482 | 223 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 98 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Channa
Channa 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 Channa
Channa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Channa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Marhaura to Channa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Channa 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 Channa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Channa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Channa
Where is Channa located?
Channa village is located in Marhaura Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Channa?
The Gram Panchayat of Channa is Israuli.
What is the pincode of Channa?
The pincode of Channa is 841419.
What is the population of Channa?
Channa had a total population of 482, including 223 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Channa?
Channa had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Channa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channa was 64.27%. Male literacy was 71.84% and female literacy was 58.14%.