Cheraut - Charaut, Sitamarhi
Cheraut is a village situated in the Charaut subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charaut and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Choraut Pashchim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheraut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheraut is 219694. The village covers a total geographical area of 2435 hectares and falls under the 847305 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Cheraut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheraut
As per Census 2011, Cheraut village has a total population of 35,976 people, consisting of 18,909 males and 17,067 females. The village has 8,342 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 6,356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,657 literate and 19,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,081 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheraut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,976 | 18,909 | 17,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6,356 | 3,237 | 3,119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,081 | 1,596 | 1,485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 16,657 | 10,292 | 6,365 |
| Illiterate Population | 19,319 | 8,617 | 10,702 |
Nearby Villages of Cheraut
Cheraut 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 Cheraut
Public transport in the Cheraut is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Cheraut is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Cheraut is about 35 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 Cheraut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheraut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cheraut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheraut 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Cheraut
Where is Cheraut located?
Cheraut village is located in Charaut Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheraut?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheraut is Choraut Pashchim.
What is the pincode of Cheraut?
The pincode of Cheraut is 847305.
What is the population of Cheraut?
Cheraut has a total population of 35,976, including 18,909 males and 17,067 females.
How many households are there in Cheraut?
There are 8,342 households in Cheraut.
What is the literacy rate in Cheraut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheraut is 46.30%. Male literacy is 54.43% and female literacy is 37.29%.