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
According to the 2011 Census, Chapra village had a total population of 1,840 people, including 951 males and 889 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.89%, with male literacy at 77.75% and female literacy at 52.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,270.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,840, including 951 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Chapra?
Chapra had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapra was 65.89%. Male literacy was 77.75% and female literacy was 52.91%.