Chandwa

Chandwa is a village located in Korha subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Korha (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Chandwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Chandwa has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chandwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandwa is 224390. The village spans a total geographical area of 573.9 hectares. Korha is nearest town to Chandwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Chandwa

Below is a concise population overview of Chandwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,683 1,949 1,734
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 781 416 365
Scheduled Castes (SC) 794 404 390
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 808 440 368
Literate Population 1,227 765 462
Illiterate Population 2,456 1,184 1,272

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chandwa village:

  • The total population of Chandwa village is around 3,683, including approximately 1,949 males and 1,734 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 781 children aged 0–6 years in Chandwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chandwa village has 794 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 808 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chandwa village is about 33.32%, with male literacy at 39.25% and female literacy at 26.64%.
  • There are around 654 households in Chandwa village.

Connectivity of Chandwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandwa. As per the 2011 stats, Chandwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chandwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Chandwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandwa.

Bargaon Khiria Dighrisalempur Dharmaili Kharkata Binodpur Ramna Razi Ganj Khodna Rautara Sadpur Rajuara Chanpi

Frequently Asked Questions about Chandwa

Where is Chandwa located?
Chandwa village is situated in Korha Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandwa?
Chandwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chandwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandwa is 3,683, with 1,949 males and 1,734 females.
How many households are there in Chandwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandwa village has a total of 654 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandwa is 33.32%. The male literacy rate is 39.25%, while the female literacy rate is 26.64%.