Chainpur - Taraiya, Saran
Chainpur is a village situated in the Taraiya subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Chainpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chainpur is 232975. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 841424 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chainpur
As per Census 2011, Chainpur village has a total population of 4,151 people, consisting of 1,993 males and 2,158 females. The village has 692 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,140 literate and 2,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chainpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,151 | 1,993 | 2,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 358 | 337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 286 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 2,140 | 1,223 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,011 | 770 | 1,241 |
Nearby Villages of Chainpur
Chainpur 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 Chainpur
Chainpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Chainpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Chainpur is about 40 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 Chainpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chainpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chainpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chainpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chainpur
Where is Chainpur located?
Chainpur village is located in Taraiya Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chainpur?
Chainpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chainpur?
The pincode of Chainpur is 841424.
What is the population of Chainpur?
Chainpur has a total population of 4,151, including 1,993 males and 2,158 females.
How many households are there in Chainpur?
There are 692 households in Chainpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chainpur is 51.55%. Male literacy is 61.36% and female literacy is 42.49%.