Cherapur - Pindra, Varanasi
Cherapur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Chhedapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherapur is 208445. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.95 hectares and falls under the 221207 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Cherapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherapur
According to the 2011 Census, Cherapur village had a total population of 1,530 people, including 733 males and 797 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.08%, with male literacy at 84.69% and female literacy at 51.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 416, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,530 | 733 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 210 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 520 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 213 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Cherapur
Cherapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Cherapur
Cherapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Cherapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Varanasi to Cherapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherapur 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 Cherapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherapur 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 Cherapur
Where is Cherapur located?
Cherapur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherapur is Chhedapur.
What is the pincode of Cherapur?
The pincode of Cherapur is 221207.
What is the population of Cherapur?
Cherapur had a total population of 1,530, including 733 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Cherapur?
Cherapur had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherapur was 67.08%. Male literacy was 84.69% and female literacy was 51.45%.