Chapra - Burmu, Ranchi
Chapra is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Chapper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapra is 373378. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.19 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Chapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chapra
As per Census 2011, Chapra village has a total population of 1,840 people, consisting of 951 males and 889 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 820 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chapra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,840 | 951 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,270 | 640 | 630 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 629 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 322 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Chapra
Chapra 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 Chapra
Chapra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chapra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Chapra is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chapra
Where is Chapra located?
Chapra village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapra is Chapper.
What is the pincode of Chapra?
The pincode of Chapra is 834001.
What is the population of Chapra?
Chapra has a total population of 1,840, including 951 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Chapra?
There are 380 households in Chapra.
What is the literacy rate in Chapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapra is 55.43%. Male literacy is 66.14% and female literacy is 43.98%.