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Village code 246839
Galchaur Village, Barhara Block: Map, PIN Code and Population
Galchaur is a village in Barhara Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Bhojpur district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Galchaur is a village in Barhara Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Bhojpur district, Bihar. For Galchaur, the population is 2,630, PIN code is 802313 and Census village code is 246839. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Galchaur Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 246839 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 802313 |
| Population | 2,630 |
| Households | 356 |
| Area | 177.30 ha / 1.77 sq. km / 438 acres |
| Population density | 1,483 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 880 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Arrah (14 km) |
| Current state | Bihar |
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Bhojpur |
| Census 2011 district | Bhojpur |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 802313. This helps users verify the postal area for Galchaur, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 802313 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Gunari SO, Daulatpur BO, Krishnagarh BO, and Saraiyan BO |
| Best matching post office | Gunari SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 4 |
| Postal district | Bhojpur |
| Postal state | Bihar |
| Postal division | Bhojpur Division |
| Postal circle | Bihar Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Galchaur comes under Nargada gram panchayat and Barhara C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Barhara Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Barhara at 17 km. The Census district headquarters, Arrah, is 14 km away.
| Current state | Bihar |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Bihar |
| Current district | Bhojpur |
| Census 2011 district | Bhojpur |
| State code | 10 |
| District code | 231 |
| Block / Census sub-district code | 1423 |
| C.D. Block code | 411 |
| Block panchayat code | 411 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Galchaur village and its household count.
Total population
2,630 residents in 356 households
Male population
1,399
Female population
1,231
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 567; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| ASHA worker | Available |
|---|---|
| Medicine shop | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 6 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 4 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 157.30 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 94.80 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 62.50 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 52.80 hectares |
| Tanks / lakes irrigated area | 42 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 5 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 6.02 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 5.40 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Sohra, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Arrah, 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Galchaur
Arrah (14 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Barhara is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Arrah (14 km) |
|---|---|
| Block headquarters | Barhara (17 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Bihar government website Official state/UT portal
- Bhojpur district administration Official district portal
- Bihar Bhumi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 246839
- India Post PIN code search 802313
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Galchaur. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities in and Out Patient | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Traditional Practitioner and Faith Healer | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Auto Modified Autos | Available |
| Taxi | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual Driven | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine Driven | Available |
| Carts Drivens by Animals | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Agricultural Credit Societies | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Galchaur village located?
Galchaur is located in Barhara Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Bhojpur.
Which Block is Galchaur in?
Galchaur is in Barhara Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Galchaur in?
District: Bhojpur.
What is the village code of Galchaur?
The Census village code of Galchaur is 246839.
What is the PIN code of Galchaur?
The PIN code reported for Galchaur is 802313.
What is the population of Galchaur?
Galchaur has 2,630 residents in 356 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Galchaur part of?
Galchaur comes under Nargada gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Galchaur?
The nearest statutory town to Galchaur is Arrah (14 km).
Which crops are grown in Galchaur?
The main crops reported for Galchaur are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Galchaur?
Land-use details for Galchaur include net area sown: 157.30 hectares, irrigated area: 94.80 hectares, and unirrigated area: 62.50 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Galchaur?
Government primary school status for Galchaur is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Galchaur?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Galchaur?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Galchaur?
The total geographical area of Galchaur is 177.30 hectares.
How many households are in Galchaur?
Galchaur has 356 households as per Census 2011.
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