Chheota - Kanha Chatti, Chatra
Chheota is a village situated in the Kanha Chatti subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanha Chatti and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Kolhaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chheota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chheota is 348904. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 825401 pincode.
Chheota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chheota
As per Census 2011, Chheota village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 206 males and 186 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chheota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 206 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 105 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 101 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Chheota
Chheota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rosna | South | 1.30 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Debra | West | 1.69 km |
| Bhang Kurkutta | East | 1.95 km |
| Dumaria | North | 2.24 km |
| Geri | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Kolhaid | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Hemraluta | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Sahotra | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Paranpur | South | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chheota
Chheota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paharpur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Chheota is about 20 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 Chheota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chheota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chheota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chheota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chheota
Where is Chheota located?
Chheota village is located in Kanha Chatti Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chheota?
The Gram Panchayat of Chheota is Kolhaiya.
What is the pincode of Chheota?
The pincode of Chheota is 825401.
What is the population of Chheota?
Chheota has a total population of 392, including 206 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Chheota?
There are 74 households in Chheota.
What is the literacy rate in Chheota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chheota is 42.86%. Male literacy is 50.97% and female literacy is 33.87%.