Chandha - Sonhat, Korea
Chandha is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Sonhat and around 75 km from Baikunthpur. Chandaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandha is 431529. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.62 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Chandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandha
According to the 2011 Census, Chandha village had a total population of 479 people, including 227 males and 252 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.81%, with male literacy at 59.88% and female literacy at 34.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
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 | 479 | 227 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 223 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 103 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 124 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Chandha
Chandha 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 Chandha
Chandha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Chandha is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandha
Where is Chandha located?
Chandha village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandha is Chandaha.
What is the pincode of Chandha?
The pincode of Chandha is 497339.
What is the population of Chandha?
Chandha had a total population of 479, including 227 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Chandha?
Chandha had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandha was 46.81%. Male literacy was 59.88% and female literacy was 34.92%.