Chalkari
Chalkari is a village located in Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Peterwar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Chalkari South is the gram panchayat of Chalkari village.
Here you can discover what makes Chalkari unique in its vibrant Peterwar-Bokaro region. You’ll see Chalkari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chalkari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalkari is 362466. The village spans a total geographical area of 1342.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829114. Peterwar is nearest town to Chalkari village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chalkari
Population of Chalkari
According to the 2011 Census, Chalkari has a total population of about 7,895, with approximately 4,075 males and 3,820 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,262 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,654. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.12%, with male literacy at about 66.23% and female literacy near 45.34%. There are around 1,585 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalkari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,895 | 4,075 | 3,820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,114 | 573 | 541 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,262 | 659 | 603 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,654 | 835 | 819 |
| Literate Population | 4,431 | 2,699 | 1,732 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,464 | 1,376 | 2,088 |
Connectivity of Chalkari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalkari. As per the 2011 stats, Chalkari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalkari
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalkari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalkari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalkari
- Where is Chalkari located?
- Chalkari village is situated in Peterwar Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalkari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chalkari is Chalkari South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chalkari?
- The pincode of Chalkari is 829114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalkari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalkari is 7,895, with 4,075 males and 3,820 females.
- How many households are there in Chalkari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalkari village has a total of 1,585 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalkari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalkari is 56.12%. The male literacy rate is 66.23%, while the female literacy rate is 45.34%.