Chanda - Chand, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Chanda is a village situated in the Chand subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chand and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Parhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 249691. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 821106 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanda
As per Census 2011, Chanda village has a total population of 1,752 people, consisting of 903 males and 849 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 863 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 768 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,752 | 903 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 178 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 768 | 405 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 530 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 373 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Chanda 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 Chanda
Chanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Chanda is about 38 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 Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Chand Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda is Parhi.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 821106.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda has a total population of 1,752, including 903 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
There are 294 households in Chanda.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda is 49.26%. Male literacy is 58.69% and female literacy is 39.22%.