Chainpur Village - Chas, Bokaro
Chainpur is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Chainpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chainpur is 362612. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.29 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
Chainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bokaro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chainpur
As per Census 2011, Chainpur village has a total population of 2,548 people, consisting of 1,307 males and 1,241 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 1,106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 755 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 641 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chainpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,548 | 1,307 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 197 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 755 | 399 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 319 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 874 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,106 | 433 | 673 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurguri | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Gaichhana | West | 1.93 km |
| Jhapro | North | 2.89 km |
| Karkara | South | 3.03 km |
| Dhumadi | South | 3.28 km |
| Dharampura | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Balrampur | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Sunta | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Labindi | South | 4.62 km |
| Rare Kacha | South-West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chainpur
Public transport in the Chainpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Radhagaon, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bokaro to Chainpur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chainpur
Where is Chainpur located?
Chainpur village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chainpur?
Chainpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chainpur?
The pincode of Chainpur is 827013.
What is the population of Chainpur?
Chainpur has a total population of 2,548, including 1,307 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Chainpur?
There are 528 households in Chainpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chainpur is 56.59%. Male literacy is 66.87% and female literacy is 45.77%.