Khalcho - Chandrapura, Bokaro
Khalcho is a village situated in the Chandrapura subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapura and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Telo West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalcho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalcho is 362270. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 828403 pincode.
Khalcho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalcho
According to the 2011 Census, Khalcho village had a total population of 1,561 people, including 812 males and 749 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.45%, with male literacy at 87.55% and female literacy at 56.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 1,561 | 812 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 129 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 598 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 214 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Khalcho
Khalcho 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 Khalcho
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khalcho. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khalcho.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bokaro to Khalcho is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalcho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalcho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalcho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalcho 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalcho
Where is Khalcho located?
Khalcho village is located in Chandrapura Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalcho?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalcho is Telo West.
What is the pincode of Khalcho?
The pincode of Khalcho is 828403.
What is the population of Khalcho?
Khalcho had a total population of 1,561, including 812 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Khalcho?
Khalcho had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalcho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalcho was 72.45%. Male literacy was 87.55% and female literacy was 56.27%.