Chalna - Dhuraiya, Banka
Chalna is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Chalna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalna is 241139. The village covers a total geographical area of 333 hectares and falls under the 813110 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chalna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chalna
As per Census 2011, Chalna village has a total population of 4,420 people, consisting of 2,364 males and 2,056 females. The village has 773 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 921 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,369 literate and 2,051 illiterate residents. Additionally, 796 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,420 | 2,364 | 2,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 921 | 470 | 451 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 796 | 418 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,369 | 1,463 | 906 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,051 | 901 | 1,150 |
Nearby Villages of Chalna
Chalna 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 Chalna
Chalna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chalna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Chalna is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chalna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chalna
Where is Chalna located?
Chalna village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalna?
Chalna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chalna?
The pincode of Chalna is 813110.
What is the population of Chalna?
Chalna has a total population of 4,420, including 2,364 males and 2,056 females.
How many households are there in Chalna?
There are 773 households in Chalna.
What is the literacy rate in Chalna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalna is 53.60%. Male literacy is 61.89% and female literacy is 44.07%.