Chainpur - Chhatapur, Supaul
Chainpur is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Thuthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chainpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chainpur is 221046. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.22 hectares and falls under the 854339 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chainpur
As per Census 2011, Chainpur village has a total population of 4,415 people, consisting of 2,288 males and 2,127 females. The village has 936 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 790 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,067 literate and 2,348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chainpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,415 | 2,288 | 2,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 790 | 418 | 372 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 236 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,067 | 1,301 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,348 | 987 | 1,361 |
Nearby Villages of Chainpur
Chainpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chapain | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Bishunpur Ghansham | North | 2.07 km |
| Tulsipatti | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Tengri | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Nathbari | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Thuthi | East | 2.73 km |
| Bishunpur Ghulami | West | 2.74 km |
| Matiari | West | 3.11 km |
| Mahadeopatti | West | 3.41 km |
| Nathpatti | North | 3.59 km |
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 Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Chainpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Chainpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chainpur
Where is Chainpur located?
Chainpur village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chainpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chainpur is Thuthi.
What is the pincode of Chainpur?
The pincode of Chainpur is 854339.
What is the population of Chainpur?
Chainpur has a total population of 4,415, including 2,288 males and 2,127 females.
How many households are there in Chainpur?
There are 936 households in Chainpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chainpur is 46.82%. Male literacy is 56.86% and female literacy is 36.01%.