Chand Paiya - Mahasi, Bahraich
Chand Paiya is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Chand Paiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chand Paiya is 171691. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.93 hectares and falls under the 271824 pincode. Maharajganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chand Paiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chand Paiya
According to the 2011 Census, Chand Paiya village had a total population of 3,661 people, including 1,907 males and 1,754 females, living in 720 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.32%, with male literacy at 62.28% and female literacy at 37.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 856.
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 | 3,661 | 1,907 | 1,754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 839 | 441 | 398 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 856 | 459 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 913 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,241 | 994 | 1,247 |
Nearby Villages of Chand Paiya
Chand Paiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belhaura | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Jot Chandpara | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Sikandarpur | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Chandpara | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Nakawa | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Sadhuwapur | South | 3.35 km |
| Sipahiya Piyuli | East | 3.53 km |
| Masadih | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Mahsi | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Nathuwapur | South-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chand Paiya
Chand Paiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 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 Maharajganj to Chand Paiya is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Chand Paiya is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chand Paiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chand Paiya 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chand Paiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chand Paiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chand Paiya
Where is Chand Paiya located?
Chand Paiya village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chand Paiya?
Chand Paiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chand Paiya?
The pincode of Chand Paiya is 271824.
What is the population of Chand Paiya?
Chand Paiya had a total population of 3,661, including 1,907 males and 1,754 females.
How many households are there in Chand Paiya?
Chand Paiya had 720 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chand Paiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chand Paiya was 50.32%. Male literacy was 62.28% and female literacy was 37.39%.