Chahalwa - Mihinpurwa Motipur, Bahraich
Chahalwa is a village situated in the Mihinpurwa Motipur tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Nanpara and around 108 km from Bahraich. Chahalwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chahalwa is 171216. The village covers a total geographical area of 2437.88 hectares and falls under the 271841 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chahalwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chahalwa
As per Census 2011, Chahalwa village has a total population of 9,638 people, consisting of 5,061 males and 4,577 females. The village has 1,609 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,725 literate and 5,913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,794 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chahalwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,638 | 5,061 | 4,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,750 | 879 | 871 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,794 | 939 | 855 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,725 | 2,477 | 1,248 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,913 | 2,584 | 3,329 |
Nearby Villages of Chahalwa
Chahalwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhariya | East | 3.45 km |
| Bajpur Bankati | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Bokareya | South | 4.43 km |
| Dhakhekha Nankar | West | 5.12 km |
| Majhara Purab | North-West | 5.51 km |
| Kari Kot | North-East | 5.95 km |
| Teleyar | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Sujauli | South-East | 6.15 km |
| Gajipur | West | 6.20 km |
| Chanddaiyapur | South-West | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chahalwa
Chahalwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khairatiya Bandh Road, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Chahalwa is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Chahalwa is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chahalwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chahalwa 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 Chahalwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chahalwa 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 Chahalwa
Where is Chahalwa located?
Chahalwa village is located in Mihinpurwa Motipur Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chahalwa?
Chahalwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chahalwa?
The pincode of Chahalwa is 271841.
What is the population of Chahalwa?
Chahalwa has a total population of 9,638, including 5,061 males and 4,577 females.
How many households are there in Chahalwa?
There are 1,609 households in Chahalwa.
What is the literacy rate in Chahalwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chahalwa is 38.65%. Male literacy is 48.94% and female literacy is 27.27%.