Chiganwa
Chiganwa is a village located in Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Parihar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Khairwa Malah is the gram panchayat of Chiganwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Chiganwa unique in its vibrant Parihar-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Chiganwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chiganwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chiganwa is 219135. The village spans a total geographical area of 93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845332. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Chiganwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Chiganwa
Population of Chiganwa
According to the 2011 Census, Chiganwa has a total population of about 1,196, with approximately 626 males and 570 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.50%, with male literacy at about 33.07% and female literacy near 17.19%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chiganwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,196 | 626 | 570 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 122 | 135 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 305 | 207 | 98 |
Illiterate Population | 891 | 419 | 472 |
Connectivity of Chiganwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chiganwa. As per the 2011 stats, Chiganwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chiganwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chiganwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chiganwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chiganwa
- Where is Chiganwa located?
- Chiganwa village is situated in Parihar Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chiganwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chiganwa is Khairwa Malah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chiganwa?
- The pincode of Chiganwa is 845332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chiganwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chiganwa is 1,196, with 626 males and 570 females.
- How many households are there in Chiganwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chiganwa village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chiganwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chiganwa is 25.50%. The male literacy rate is 33.07%, while the female literacy rate is 17.19%.