Chandra - Maholi, Sitapur
Chandra is a village situated in the Maholi tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Misrikh. Chandra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandra is 136795. The village covers a total geographical area of 1048.02 hectares and falls under the 261151 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town.
Chandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhaurahra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandra
As per Census 2011, Chandra village has a total population of 3,737 people, consisting of 2,004 males and 1,733 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,356 literate and 1,381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,737 | 2,004 | 1,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 283 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 205 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 2,356 | 1,404 | 952 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,381 | 600 | 781 |
Nearby Villages of Chandra
Chandra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musavvarpur | South | 2.50 km |
| Kachura | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Launki | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Ram Nagar | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Maholi Urban | East | 2.99 km |
| Karodia | West | 3.09 km |
| Faridpur | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Kathigara | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Gujia | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Hasanapur | South | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandra
Chandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalpur Chandra, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Chandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandra
Where is Chandra located?
Chandra village is located in Maholi Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandra?
Chandra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandra?
The pincode of Chandra is 261151.
What is the population of Chandra?
Chandra has a total population of 3,737, including 2,004 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Chandra?
There are 628 households in Chandra.
What is the literacy rate in Chandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandra is 63.05%. Male literacy is 70.06% and female literacy is 54.93%.