Dalan Chhapra - Bairia, Ballia
Dalan Chhapra is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Dalan Chhapra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalan Chhapra is 200025. The village covers a total geographical area of 648.08 hectares and falls under the 277204 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dalan Chhapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalan Chhapra
As per Census 2011, Dalan Chhapra village has a total population of 9,039 people, consisting of 4,730 males and 4,309 females. The village has 1,291 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,301 literate and 3,738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 956 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 407 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalan Chhapra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,039 | 4,730 | 4,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,397 | 743 | 654 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 956 | 493 | 463 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 204 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 5,301 | 3,248 | 2,053 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,738 | 1,482 | 2,256 |
Nearby Villages of Dalan Chhapra
Dalan Chhapra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sripatipur | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Rampur(magrib) | South | 1.22 km |
| Murli Chhapra | West | 1.35 km |
| Araji English Sh. Abdullah I | North | 1.59 km |
| Wajidpur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Araji English Shobhit Chhapra | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Araji English Bhawani Singh I | West | 1.86 km |
| Dharmapur | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Araji English Kangal | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Rampur Korahara | South-East | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dalan Chhapra
Dalan Chhapra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bakulha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ballia to Dalan Chhapra is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Dalan Chhapra is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalan Chhapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalan Chhapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dalan Chhapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalan Chhapra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dalan Chhapra
Where is Dalan Chhapra located?
Dalan Chhapra village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalan Chhapra?
Dalan Chhapra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dalan Chhapra?
The pincode of Dalan Chhapra is 277204.
What is the population of Dalan Chhapra?
Dalan Chhapra has a total population of 9,039, including 4,730 males and 4,309 females.
How many households are there in Dalan Chhapra?
There are 1,291 households in Dalan Chhapra.
What is the literacy rate in Dalan Chhapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalan Chhapra is 58.65%. Male literacy is 68.67% and female literacy is 47.64%.