Mahbub Chhapra - Barharia, Siwan
Mahbub Chhapra is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Nawalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahbub Chhapra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahbub Chhapra is 231449. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mahbub Chhapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahbub Chhapra
According to the 2011 Census, Mahbub Chhapra village had a total population of 831 people, including 433 males and 398 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.06%, with male literacy at 96.73% and female literacy at 85.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 831 | 433 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 355 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Mahbub Chhapra
Mahbub Chhapra 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 Mahbub Chhapra
Mahbub Chhapra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Siwan to Mahbub Chhapra is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahbub Chhapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahbub Chhapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahbub Chhapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahbub Chhapra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahbub Chhapra
Where is Mahbub Chhapra located?
Mahbub Chhapra village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahbub Chhapra?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahbub Chhapra is Nawalpur.
What is the pincode of Mahbub Chhapra?
The pincode of Mahbub Chhapra is 841232.
What is the population of Mahbub Chhapra?
Mahbub Chhapra had a total population of 831, including 433 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Mahbub Chhapra?
Mahbub Chhapra had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahbub Chhapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahbub Chhapra was 91.06%. Male literacy was 96.73% and female literacy was 85.10%.