Chhorhar - Ballia
Chhorhar is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. Chhorhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhorhar is 199038. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.79 hectares and falls under the 277001 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Chhorhar 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 Chhorhar
As per Census 2011, Chhorhar village has a total population of 2,817 people, consisting of 1,495 males and 1,322 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,698 literate and 1,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhorhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,817 | 1,495 | 1,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 257 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 125 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,698 | 996 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 499 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Chhorhar
Chhorhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekpur | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Nawan Nagar | East | 1.34 km |
| Gothahuli | South | 1.40 km |
| Araji English Basantpur | North | 1.40 km |
| Brahmaine | West | 1.53 km |
| Wajahi | East | 1.80 km |
| Bhaidpur | North | 1.83 km |
| Takersan | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Paraspur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Dubauli | North-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhorhar
Chhorhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ballia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 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 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Chhorhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhorhar 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 Chhorhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhorhar 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 Chhorhar
Where is Chhorhar located?
Chhorhar village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhorhar?
Chhorhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhorhar?
The pincode of Chhorhar is 277001.
What is the population of Chhorhar?
Chhorhar has a total population of 2,817, including 1,495 males and 1,322 females.
How many households are there in Chhorhar?
There are 398 households in Chhorhar.
What is the literacy rate in Chhorhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhorhar is 60.28%. Male literacy is 66.62% and female literacy is 53.10%.