Bandi Chhapra - Parsa, Saran
Bandi Chhapra is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Baligawn serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandi Chhapra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandi Chhapra is 234108. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.93 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bandi Chhapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandi Chhapra
According to the 2011 Census, Bandi Chhapra village had a total population of 318 people, including 160 males and 158 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.09%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 64.18%.
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 | 318 | 160 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 126 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 34 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Bandi Chhapra
Bandi Chhapra 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 Bandi Chhapra
Bandi Chhapra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chapra to Bandi Chhapra is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Bandi Chhapra is about 45 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 Bandi Chhapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandi Chhapra 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 Bandi Chhapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandi Chhapra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bandi Chhapra
Where is Bandi Chhapra located?
Bandi Chhapra village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandi Chhapra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandi Chhapra is Baligawn.
What is the pincode of Bandi Chhapra?
The pincode of Bandi Chhapra is 841219.
What is the population of Bandi Chhapra?
Bandi Chhapra had a total population of 318, including 160 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Bandi Chhapra?
Bandi Chhapra had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandi Chhapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandi Chhapra was 77.09%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 64.18%.