Indarpur - Chhatapur, Supaul
Indarpur is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Indarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indarpur is 221088. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.99 hectares and falls under the 852137 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Indarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Indarpur
As per Census 2011, Indarpur village has a total population of 2,395 people, consisting of 1,259 males and 1,136 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 1,384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Indarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,395 | 1,259 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 313 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 658 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 601 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Indarpur
Indarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalpur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Partapnagar | North | 1.88 km |
| Hariharpur | West | 2.38 km |
| Mirdaul | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Madhopur | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Mohanpur | South | 3.49 km |
| Rampur | West | 3.78 km |
| Mahaddipur | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Damiya | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Katahra | South | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Indarpur
Indarpur 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 111.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Indarpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Indarpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Indarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Indarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indarpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Indarpur
Where is Indarpur located?
Indarpur village is located in Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Indarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Indarpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Indarpur?
The pincode of Indarpur is 852137.
What is the population of Indarpur?
Indarpur has a total population of 2,395, including 1,259 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Indarpur?
There are 467 households in Indarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Indarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indarpur is 42.21%. Male literacy is 52.26% and female literacy is 31.07%.