Chhapara - Ballia
Chhapara is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chapra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapara is 199204. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.97 hectares and falls under the 277401 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhapara
As per Census 2011, Chhapara village has a total population of 1,842 people, consisting of 974 males and 868 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 950 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,842 | 974 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 640 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 334 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapara
Chhapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhli | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Singhantar Ii | North | 1.11 km |
| Alaspur | North | 1.17 km |
| Sohilpur | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Dumri Ta.sher | South | 1.54 km |
| Mafi Rampur | South | 1.56 km |
| Patkauli | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Singhantar I | North | 1.57 km |
| Singhantar English | North | 1.81 km |
| Bavan Part I | North | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhapara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chhapara. The nearest railway station is Bansdih Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Chhapara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapara 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 Chhapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhapara
Where is Chhapara located?
Chhapara village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapara is Chapra.
What is the pincode of Chhapara?
The pincode of Chhapara is 277401.
What is the population of Chhapara?
Chhapara has a total population of 1,842, including 974 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Chhapara?
There are 268 households in Chhapara.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapara is 51.57%. Male literacy is 65.71% and female literacy is 35.71%.