Chhapiya Khurd - Hussainganj, Siwan
Chhapiya Khurd is a village situated in the Hussainganj subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hussainganj and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Chhapiya Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapiya Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapiya Khurd is 232000. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.7 hectares and falls under the 841228 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chhapiya Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhapiya Khurd
As per Census 2011, Chhapiya Khurd village has a total population of 2,118 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,028 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,034 literate and 1,084 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhapiya Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,118 | 1,090 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 207 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 200 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,034 | 629 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,084 | 461 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapiya Khurd
Chhapiya Khurd is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Surapur | North | 0.65 km |
| Chhapiya Buzurg | South | 0.96 km |
| Jurkan | West | 1.50 km |
| Rasulpur | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Chhata | South | 2.05 km |
| Chanp | East | 2.22 km |
| Markan | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Rashid Chak | West | 2.73 km |
| Dhankhar | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Salonepur | West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhapiya Khurd
Chhapiya Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Siwan Jn, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Chhapiya Khurd is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapiya Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapiya Khurd 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 Chhapiya Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapiya Khurd 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 Chhapiya Khurd
Where is Chhapiya Khurd located?
Chhapiya Khurd village is located in Hussainganj Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapiya Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapiya Khurd is Chhapiya Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Chhapiya Khurd?
The pincode of Chhapiya Khurd is 841228.
What is the population of Chhapiya Khurd?
Chhapiya Khurd has a total population of 2,118, including 1,090 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Chhapiya Khurd?
There are 289 households in Chhapiya Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapiya Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapiya Khurd is 48.82%. Male literacy is 57.71% and female literacy is 39.40%.