Chainpur - Pupri, Sitamarhi
Chainpur is a village situated in the Pupri subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pupri and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Harihar Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chainpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chainpur is 219724. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 843320 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chainpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chainpur village had a total population of 2,258 people, including 1,202 males and 1,056 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.20%, with male literacy at 54.17% and female literacy at 37.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 451.
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 | 2,258 | 1,202 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 242 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 234 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 520 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,426 | 682 | 744 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chainpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Chainpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Chainpur is about 38 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chainpur
Where is Chainpur located?
Chainpur village is located in Pupri Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chainpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chainpur is Harihar Pur.
What is the pincode of Chainpur?
The pincode of Chainpur is 843320.
What is the population of Chainpur?
Chainpur had a total population of 2,258, including 1,202 males and 1,056 females.
How many households are there in Chainpur?
Chainpur had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chainpur was 46.20%. Male literacy was 54.17% and female literacy was 37.10%.