Chanda - Akorhi Gola, Rohtas
Chanda is a village situated in the Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akorhi Gola and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Baruna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 252509. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.3 hectares and falls under the 821301 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda village had a total population of 939 people, including 491 males and 448 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.08%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 50.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 939 | 491 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 342 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 149 | 254 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Chanda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Chanda is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda is Baruna.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 821301.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda had a total population of 939, including 491 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
Chanda had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda was 67.08%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 50.79%.