Chontha

Chontha is a village located in Mayur Hand subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Mayurhand (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Karma is the gram panchayat of Chontha village.

Chontha has its own place in the vibrant Chatra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chontha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chontha is 349215. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825408. Mayur Hand is nearest town to Chontha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chontha

Below is a concise population overview of Chontha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 134 68 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 9 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 77 47 30
Illiterate Population 57 21 36

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chontha village:

  • The total population of Chontha village is around 134, including approximately 68 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Chontha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chontha village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chontha village is about 57.46%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 45.45%.
  • There are around 22 households in Chontha village.

Connectivity of Chontha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chontha. As per the 2011 stats, Chontha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chontha

Knowing the nearby villages of Chontha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chontha.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chontha

Where is Chontha located?
Chontha village is situated in Mayur Hand Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chontha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chontha is Karma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chontha?
The pincode of Chontha is 825408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chontha is 134, with 68 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chontha village has a total of 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chontha is 57.46%. The male literacy rate is 69.12%, while the female literacy rate is 45.45%.