Chamaria - Mashrakh, Saran
Chamaria is a village situated in the Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mashrakh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Sonauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamaria is 232863. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 841417 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chamaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamaria
According to the 2011 Census, Chamaria village had a total population of 2,099 people, including 1,067 males and 1,032 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.83%, with male literacy at 77.39% and female literacy at 47.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 261, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,099 | 1,067 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 169 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 144 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 695 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 372 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Chamaria
Chamaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangauli | East | 1.43 km |
| Pakri | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Sirsa Jalalpur | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Pachkhanda | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Nawada | West | 1.75 km |
| Kumhaila | South | 1.81 km |
| Sikti Khanjahan | South | 1.82 km |
| Khairanpur | North | 2.04 km |
| Maguraha | West | 2.13 km |
| Pilkhi | West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chamaria
Chamaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Masrakh, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 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 Chapra to Chamaria is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Chamaria is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chamaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chamaria
Where is Chamaria located?
Chamaria village is located in Mashrakh Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamaria is Sonauli.
What is the pincode of Chamaria?
The pincode of Chamaria is 841417.
What is the population of Chamaria?
Chamaria had a total population of 2,099, including 1,067 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Chamaria?
Chamaria had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamaria was 62.83%. Male literacy was 77.39% and female literacy was 47.69%.