Chausia - Sonepur, Saran
Chausia is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bharpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chausia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chausia is 234542. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chausia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chausia
According to the 2011 Census, Chausia village had a total population of 3,313 people, including 1,763 males and 1,550 females, living in 616 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.46%, with male literacy at 85.82% and female literacy at 61.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,313 | 1,763 | 1,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 310 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,044 | 1,247 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 516 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Chausia
Chausia 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 Chausia
Chausia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chausia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Chausia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Chausia is about 47 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 Chausia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chausia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chausia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chausia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chausia
Where is Chausia located?
Chausia village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chausia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chausia is Bharpura.
What is the pincode of Chausia?
The pincode of Chausia is 841101.
What is the population of Chausia?
Chausia had a total population of 3,313, including 1,763 males and 1,550 females.
How many households are there in Chausia?
Chausia had 616 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chausia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chausia was 74.46%. Male literacy was 85.82% and female literacy was 61.69%.